This dynamic Helmar art card presents Hall of Fame pitcher Early Wynn in full motion, his powerful throwing
form caught at the moment of release. Set against a vivid background of deep crimson and orange skyline,
the composition radiates intensity and control. The sweeping curves of the outfield grass and the angular
shadow of the city behind him heighten the drama of the scene, while the subtle textures of Wynn’s uniform
and glove showcase Sanjay Verma’s precise hand and sense of tonal realism. The result is a portrait that
captures both the force and focus of one of baseball’s fiercest competitors.

Known for his fearsome competitiveness and durability, Early Wynn compiled 300 career wins over a 23-year
career with the Washington Senators, Cleveland Indians, and Chicago White Sox. He was the 1959 American
League Cy Young Award winner and a key member of Cleveland’s powerhouse 1954 pennant team. Wynn’s
aggressive style—unafraid to pitch inside—earned him a reputation as one of the toughest right-handers
of his generation, a man who blended power with shrewd control.

Helmar’s ‘This Great Game’ series pays homage to the heroes of postwar baseball through hand-painted
design and richly colored vintage aesthetics. Each card evokes the tactile beauty of 1930s–50s gum issues,
printed on thick, lightly aged stock to recall the golden age of collecting. Card No. 2 honors Wynn’s legacy
as a fierce competitor and celebrates Helmar’s continuing artistry in baseball history.

Original gouache painting by Sanjay Verma.