Bob Meyer vs. Unknown Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Bob Meyer posted a stronger line than Unknown Smith. Bob Meyer posted stronger numbers in ERA (4.38 vs 18.9) and WHIP (1.639 vs 3.600). By the career numbers, Bob Meyer 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.