Josh Outman vs. Unknown Thompson — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Josh Outman posted a stronger line than Unknown Thompson. Josh Outman posted stronger numbers in ERA (4.43 vs 7.2) and WHIP (1.443 vs 2.000). By the career numbers, Josh Outman 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.