Let's make this birthday one to remember.

42 years old (Born on March 12, 1983)

Happy birthday, Mikko Koivu! You've skated through more ice than a Zamboni driver and led the Minnesota Wild with grace since 2008. Your legendary face-offs and clutch goals have made fans cheer louder than a playoff overtime winner—though we're still debating if your stare-downs at opponents were scarier than your slapshots.

From becoming the franchise's all-time leader in points to proudly wearing that captain's "C," you've given us countless unforgettable moments on ice. May this year bring you as much joy as scoring against rivals—and fewer penalties for excessive cake-eating celebrations! Cheers to another fantastic lap around life's rink, Captain Koivu!