Let's make this birthday one to remember.

36 years old (Born on November 20, 1988)

Happy Birthday, Cody Allen! From tossing heat in the minors to becoming Cleveland's celebrated Pitcher of the Year—and then soaring into the majors back in 2012—you've really struck out life's curveballs with ease. Who'd have thought all that bullpen magic started because batters just couldn't handle a fastball from you?

Wishing you plenty of cake, zero blown saves—just like your closing performances—and more strikeouts than candles this year. May your special day be as smooth and easy-going as your signature ninth-inning appearances. Keep throwing strikes and showing younger pitchers how it’s done. You've earned it!