Let's make this birthday one to remember.

40 years old (Born on October 19, 1984)

Happy Birthday, James McDonald! From your dazzling MLB debut with the Dodgers in 2008 to your crafty change-up that baffled hitters with the Pirates starting in 2010, you've always known how to keep batters guessing. Your right arm has delivered countless memorable moments on the mound—making fans cheer and opponents scratch their heads.

Here's hoping your birthday is as smooth and surprising as your signature pitch. May you celebrate today like it's a perfect game: full of excitement, laughter, and plenty of cake. Keep throwing strikes in life just like you did on the field—happy birthday, James!