Let's make this birthday one to remember.

43 years old (Born on July 23, 1981)

Happy Birthday, Hong-Chih Kuo! From your dazzling debut with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2005 to becoming the fourth MLB player from Taiwan, you've always pitched your way into our hearts. Your blazing fastball and fearless presence on the mound made batters tremble—and fans cheer wildly.

Whether it was your All-Star season in 2010 or that unforgettable moment when you hit a home run as a relief pitcher (yes, pitchers can swing too!), you've given us countless reasons to smile. Here's hoping your birthday is filled with as much joy and excitement as you brought to baseball fans everywhere!