Mark Polhemus vs. John Simmons — Career Comparison

Looking at the career totals, Mark Polhemus and John Simmons are closely matched on the surface stats. Mark Polhemus posted stronger numbers in slugging (.253 vs .215) and batting average (.240 vs .215). John Simmons had the advantage in on-base percentage (.298 vs .260). By the career numbers, Mark Polhemus had the stronger overall case — though those totals don't account for the eras and run environments each player worked in.