The Florida State Seminoles opened the weekend with a commanding 11-1 victory over the Miami Hurricanes, sealing a third consecutive series win and underscoring their recent dominance over the Hurricanes.
Early Firepower
The offense exploded right away, plating six runs in the first four innings. Key contributors such as Cal Fisher and Brayden Dowd delivered RBI singles in the second inning, while Hunter Carns added a solo homer in the third, his sixth of the season. Gabe Fraser also chipped in with a timely hit that helped keep the momentum rolling.
On the mound, Trey Beard delivered a solid six‑inning start, striking out eight batters and allowing just one run. After Beard exited, Brodie Purcell took over in the seventh and fanned the side, preserving the lead and showcasing the depth of the pitching staff.
Miami managed to answer with a solo home run by Max Galvin in the first inning, but the Seminoles' bats continued to pour on the runs. Despite the offensive outburst, the team left 14 runners on base, a reminder that there is still room for refinement in clutch situations.
A Broader Perspective
The win extends Florida State's recent historical edge, having won five of the last six series against Miami and preventing the Hurricanes from capturing a series in Tallahassee since the 2016 season. The performance also highlighted the contributions of multiple Seminoles, including Eli Putnam, Carter McCulley, John Stuetzer, and Brody DeLamielleure, who all played pivotal roles throughout the game.