Description
Houston Astros 50th Anniversary Collector's Edition is a five-DVD showcase that salutes four classic full television broadcasts plus, an all-new sports documentary, Astros Memories The Greatest Moments in Houston Astros History from Major League Baseball Productions to tell the tale of the Houston Astros.
From the roof-raising euphoria of the Astrodome to the open-air adoration of Minute Maid Park, the cascade of emotions and joys are relived as four Essential Games of the Houston Astros are presented on DVD for the first time:
1981 Nolan Ryan's 5th No-Hitter vs. L.A., September 26, 1981 - In his second season with the Astros Nolan Ryan became the first pitcher to throw five career no-hitters.
1986 Mike Scott's No-Hitter vs. S.F., September 25, 1986 - The Astros punctuate their 25th Season's celebration with the double delight of clinching the division behind Mike Scott's no-hit masterpiece.
2005 NLDS Game 4 - 18-Innings vs. ATL, October 9, 2005 - Chris Burke's solo home run in the bottom of the 18th caps the Astros 7-6 victory in the longest game in postseason history.
2005 ALCS Game 6 - First NL Pennant vs. STL, October 19, 2005 - With Roy Oswalt spinning seven magnificent innings and scoring spread across the lineup the Astros captured their first National League pennant and a ticket to the World Series.
Astros Memories includes features saluting Jimmy Wynn, Jose Cruz, Nolan Ryan, Cesar Cedeno, and "the killer bees" -- Craig Biggio and Jeff Bagwell. Beyond the individual heroics this DVD celebrates the 1980 and 1986 seasons and playoffs runs, and magical 2004 and National League Pennant-winning 2005 seasons. The history makers become the story tellers through exclusive interviews including: Biggio, Ryan, Phil Garner, Art Howe, and Alan Ashby. Celebrated games, honored heroes, and magical moments: 100% classic Astros. 100% Houston baseball.