Armando Roche vs. Al Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Armando Roche posted a stronger line than Al Smith. Armando Roche posted stronger numbers in ERA (6 vs 9) and WHIP (2.000 vs 3.000). By the career numbers, Armando Roche 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.