Don Richmond vs. Red Smith — Career Comparison

Looking at the career totals, Don Richmond and Red Smith are closely matched on the surface stats. Red Smith posted stronger numbers in OPS (.661 vs .556) and on-base percentage (.375 vs .241). Don Richmond had the advantage in slugging (.316 vs .286). By the career numbers, Red Smith had the stronger overall case — though those totals don't account for the eras and run environments each player worked in.