Let's make this birthday one to remember.

51 years old (Born on March 26, 1974)

Happy Birthday, Michael Peca! You're the only guy who could make blocking shots and winning face-offs look as glamorous as scoring goals. From your gritty leadership with Buffalo to that unforgettable Stanley Cup run in Edmonton—your toughness on ice was legendary (and probably left a few bruises still felt today).

Even though you've hung up those skates, fans haven't forgotten how you turned penalty killing into an art form. Here's hoping this birthday brings fewer blocked pucks and more cake slices than ever before—you've earned it! Cheers to another year of being hockey's favorite two-way legend; stay awesome, Mike!