Let's make this birthday one to remember.

71 years old (Born on November 06, 1953)

Happy birthday, John Candelaria! With your legendary left arm and iconic pitching style, you threw strikes faster than we could blink. Who can forget 1977 when you dazzled us all as an All-Star pitcher? You didn't just pitch baseballs—you painted masterpieces over home plate.

Then came the glorious triumph of '79 with those unforgettable "We Are Family" Pirates—each strikeout bringing Pittsburgh closer to World Series glory. Your fastball might have baffled batters, but your class always amazed fans.

Here's wishing that today you're throwing back cake instead of curveballs—and enjoying a celebration worthy of a champion like yourself!