Let's make this birthday one to remember.

49 years old (Born on December 30, 1976)

Happy Birthday, A.J. Pierzynski! You're the catcher who made baseball fans cheer—and opponents groan—with your legendary grit and fiery personality behind home plate. From clutch hits to unforgettable moments like that infamous dropped third strike in 2005, you've always kept things interesting on the diamond.

Your impressive career spanning nearly two decades brought countless highlights—two All-Star appearances, a Silver Slugger Award in 2012 with Chicago White Sox, and of course helping lead them to their first World Series title since 1917. Here's hoping your birthday is as memorable (and slightly less controversial) than some of those classic Pierzynski plays!