Lázaro Medina vs. Unknown Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Lázaro Medina posted a stronger line than Unknown Smith. Lázaro Medina posted stronger numbers in ERA (5.18 vs 18.9) and WHIP (1.384 vs 3.600). By the career numbers, Lázaro Medina 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.