Troy Patton vs. Shad Williams — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Troy Patton posted a stronger line than Shad Williams. Troy Patton posted stronger numbers in ERA (3.25 vs 8.59) and WHIP (1.195 vs 2.352). By the career numbers, Troy Patton 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.