Let's make this birthday one to remember.

43 years old (Born on August 30, 1981)

Happy Birthday, Adam Wainwright! You're aging like a fine curveball—still sharp, still surprising hitters, and always keeping us guessing. From clinching the 2006 World Series to leading the National League in wins in 2009 and earning your first All-Star nod in 2010, you've given Cardinals fans countless reasons to cheer (and opposing batters plenty of headaches).

Sure, you missed out on the action during that epic 2011 championship run due to Tommy John surgery—but hey, even superheroes need a break sometimes. Here's hoping your birthday is filled with fewer curveballs than you throw and more celebrations than strikeouts!