Part 3/7:
The Innings Fly By
After the scoreless first few innings, the Astros made their move in the third, thanks to Ashby's two-RBI single that brought in Terry Puhl and Jose Cruz. Coming into the fifth inning, the score was 2-0 in favor of the home team. Ryan's dominance continued as he struck out batters and overpowered the Dodgers, who struggled to make any solid contact. By the eighth inning, the Dodgers had yet to register a hit, pushing Ryan closer to history.
As Ryan entered the ninth inning, the tension in the Astrodome was palpable. The crowd was ablaze with excitement, knowing they were witnessing something special. They were also aware of the rarity of a no-hitter; would it happen on this day?