Zebby Matthews vs. Unknown Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Zebby Matthews posted a stronger line than Unknown Smith. Zebby Matthews posted stronger numbers in ERA (5.92 vs 18.9) and WHIP (1.538 vs 3.600). By the career numbers, Zebby Matthews had the better of this comparison — though ERA and WHIP alone don't account for era, park factors, or the defenses each pitcher worked behind.