Let's make this birthday one to remember.

81 years old (Born on February 13, 1944)

Happy Birthday, Sal! You're the only guy I know who can juggle three World Series rings and still catch a grounder barehanded. Your legendary plays at third base made baseball history—and rumor has it, opposing batters still wake up in cold sweats remembering your glove.

From four All-Star appearances to leading Oakland's dynasty run of three straight championships, you've always been clutch under pressure. Here's hoping your birthday cake is as sweet as those victories and that you handle candles better than pitchers handled facing you. Cheers to another year of greatness—you're truly an MVP both on and off the field!