Happy birthday to Milt Pappas—and plenty of other baseball legends whose milestones light up May 11 in Cubs history and beyond.

Let’s start with a classic: In 1955, Ernie Banks crushed the first of five grand slams that season, powering the Chicago Cubs to a 10-8 win and snapping the Brooklyn Dodgers’ 11-game winning streak. It was a statement game for Mr. Cub.

But the day’s history runs deep. Rewind to 1904, when Cy Young’s remarkable 23-inning no-hit streak finally ended. That stretch included two innings on April 25, six on April 30, a perfect game against the Philadelphia Athletics on May 5, and six more today. Talk dominance.

Fast-forward to 1919: Walter Johnson of the Washington Senators threw 12 scoreless innings in a duel with the New York Yankees’ Jack Quinn at the Polo Grounds. Johnson allowed just two hits and retired 28 straight batters—a masterclass in pitching.

In 1946, the New York Giants beat the Boston Braves 5-1 in the first night game at Braves Field. The 37,407 fans were stunned as the home team took the field in shiny satin uniforms, designed to catch the electric light. Style met substance.

Then came 1957: The Pirates trailed the Phillies 6-0 before their first at-bat, but Roberto Clemente made it unforgettable with a 440-plus-foot inside-the-park home run. The Phillies won 7-2, but Clemente’s sprint stole the show.

1963 saw Sandy Koufax pitch the second of his four career no-hitters, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers to an 8-0 win over San Francisco. Pure artistry.

In 1972, Tom Seaver picked up his 100th career win in a 2-1 Mets victory over the Dodgers. That same day, New York acquired Willie Mays from the Giants for pitcher Charlie Williams and $50,000—a move that reshaped baseball history.

Finally, 1980: A 39-year-old Pete Rose stole second, third, and home in a single inning for the Phillies. At an age when most players slow down, Charlie Hustle was still making headlines.

Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or a big play, May 11 reminds us why baseball’s past is always worth revisiting. Gear up for the season with apparel that honors the legends.