Dixie McArthur vs. Lee Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Dixie McArthur posted a stronger line than Lee Smith. Dixie McArthur posted stronger numbers in ERA (0 vs 3.03) and WHIP (1.000 vs 1.333). By the career numbers, Dixie McArthur 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.