Patrick Murphy vs. Kevin Whelan — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Patrick Murphy posted a stronger line than Kevin Whelan. Patrick Murphy posted stronger numbers in ERA (4.76 vs 9) and WHIP (1.639 vs 3.333). By the career numbers, Patrick Murphy 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.