Let's make this birthday one to remember.

55 years old (Born on May 05, 1969)

Happy Birthday to the unforgettable Hideki Irabu! Your legendary fastball and fierce determination made you a superstar in Japan, giving batters nightmares and fans endless joy. Though your Major League journey had its ups and downs, your courage to step onto baseball's biggest stage inspired many.

Sure, not every pitch landed where intended—but hey, neither does birthday cake frosting! Today we celebrate all those thrilling moments when you reminded us that even legends have their off days. Here's hoping your special day is filled with laughter, good memories of strikeouts past, and absolutely no curveballs—unless they're on TV highlights!