Josh Simpson vs. Brian Smith — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Josh Simpson posted a stronger line than Brian Smith. Josh Simpson posted stronger numbers in ERA (7.34 vs 10.38) and home runs allowed (1.47 per nine innings vs 2.08). By the career numbers, Josh Simpson 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.