Brian Smith vs. Chris Spurling — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Chris Spurling posted a stronger line than Brian Smith. Chris Spurling posted stronger numbers in ERA (4.32 vs 10.38) and WHIP (1.384 vs 1.846). By the career numbers, Chris Spurling 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.