Raymond Smith vs. Erik Swanson — Career Comparison

On the career pitching numbers, Raymond Smith posted a stronger line than Erik Swanson. Raymond Smith posted stronger numbers in ERA (0 vs 4.2) and WHIP (0.000 vs 1.154). By the career numbers, Raymond Smith 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.