Bruce Ruffin vs. Unknown Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Bruce Ruffin posted a stronger line than Unknown Smith. Bruce Ruffin posted stronger numbers in ERA (4.19 vs 18.9) and WHIP (1.546 vs 3.600). By the career numbers, Bruce Ruffin 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.