Let's make this birthday one to remember.

43 years old (Born on June 17, 1981)

Happy Birthday, Matt Hendricks! More legendary on the ice than a Zamboni driver who can moonwalk—you skated your way right into Capitals fans' hearts in 2010. Your gritty plays and unshakeable determination made every game more exciting than watching Ovechkin backstage during karaoke night.

From battling bravely alongside teammates with the Avalanche to stepping up as an irreplaceable center for Washington, you've consistently given rivals reasons to fear those quick moves (and maybe that mischievous grin too). So celebrate like you score goals—hard and often—but remember: candles don't fight back! Have a champion-level birthday full of laughs.