Red Smith vs. Frank Waddey — Career Comparison

Looking at the career totals, Red Smith and Frank Waddey are closely matched on the surface stats. Red Smith posted stronger numbers in on-base percentage (.375 vs .333) and batting average (.286 vs .273). Frank Waddey had the advantage in slugging (.318 vs .286). By the career numbers, Red Smith had the stronger overall case — though those totals don't account for the eras and run environments each player worked in.