Nolan Ryan turns 65 today. The Rangers president pitched for 27 seasons (1968-93) for four different teams - the Mets, Angels, Astros and Rangers. He retired with a record of 324-292 with a record 5,714 strikeouts. In this 1985 photo, Ryan delivers a pitch during a game against the Cubs. (Getty Images)
SI VAULT: Hats off to you, Nolan Ryan (7.23.79)
GALLERY: Baseball’s 3,000 Strikeout Club
