Ralph Savidge vs. Brian Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Ralph Savidge posted a stronger line than Brian Smith. Ralph Savidge posted stronger numbers in ERA (5.76 vs 10.38) and WHIP (1.560 vs 1.846). By the career numbers, Ralph Savidge 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.