Let's make this birthday one to remember.

47 years old (Born on June 16, 1977)

Happy Birthday, Kerry Wood! May your celebrations be as legendary as that unforgettable 20-strikeout game you pitched back in '98. We still haven't recovered from watching batters swing helplessly—rumor has it they're still dizzy!

From leading the National League in strikeouts in 2003 to becoming a Cubs icon, you've always thrown heat and humor into baseball history. Here's hoping this birthday brings fewer curveballs than life usually throws—and more cake slices than hitters struck out by your blazing fastball.

Cheers to another year of greatness, laughter, and memories even sweeter than shutting down rival lineups inning after inning!