Let's make this birthday one to remember.

79 years old (Born on July 10, 1945)

Happy Birthday, Hal McRae! You spent 23 legendary years making pitchers nervous and designated hitters proud. With three All-Star appearances under your belt, you proved that swinging a bat is indeed an art form—especially when you're the artist.

From clutch hits to memorable moments with the Royals, you've given baseball fans countless reasons to cheer (and opposing teams plenty of headaches). May your birthday be filled with as much joy as those epic slides into second base—and may no one dare question your batting advice today. Here's hoping this year brings more laughs than strikeouts; enjoy it fully!