Ronel Blanco of the Houston Astros threw the first no-hitter of the 2024 MLB season against the Toronto Blue Jays in his eighth career start.

The 30-year-old's landmark performance included 105 pitches with seven strikeouts, contributing to the Astros' 10-0 win.

Blanco's rise to success is marked by overcoming significant hurdles, like working at a Dominican car wash before joining professional baseball.

The no-hitter is the 17th in Astros history and secured Astros manager Joe Espada's first win, making it a historic event for both player and manager.

Blanco's personal week included the birth of his daughter and being named to his first opening day roster before achieving his no-hitter.

The Astros' strong offensive support, particularly from players like Kyle Tucker and Yainer Diaz, helped cement the team's victory.