Del Ennis, one of the most productive sluggers of the postwar era, is shown here in mid-swing,
his eyes tracking an unseen pitch beneath a brilliant orange and violet sky. A native of
Philadelphia, Ennis became a hometown hero for the Phillies, anchoring their offense through the
late 1940s and early 1950s with a rare combination of power and consistency.

Ennis was a three time All-Star whose best season came in 1950, when he helped drive the Whiz
Kids to a National League pennant, leading the team with 31 home runs and 126 runs batted in.
Though sometimes overshadowed by more famous contemporaries, his steady production placed him
among the league's most feared hitters year after year.

Sanjay Verma's composition frames Ennis against a vividly stylized stadium backdrop, where the
saturated hues of sunset amplify the strength and resolve in his stance. The brushwork emphasizes
clean contours and sculpted light, creating a sense of both motion and quiet confidence that
captures the essence of a professional who thrived under pressure.

Original gouache painting by Sanjay Verma.