Ralph McConnaughey vs. Unknown Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Ralph McConnaughey posted a stronger line than Unknown Smith. Ralph McConnaughey posted stronger numbers in ERA (4.85 vs 18.9) and WHIP (1.500 vs 3.600). By the career numbers, Ralph McConnaughey 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.