Harry Salisbury vs. John Shaffer — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Harry Salisbury posted a stronger line than John Shaffer. Harry Salisbury posted stronger numbers in ERA (2.55 vs 4.57) and WHIP (1.099 vs 1.492). By the career numbers, Harry Salisbury 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.