The No. 8 Florida State Seminoles are set to host the Miami Hurricanes on Thursday night at Dick Howser Stadium in Tallahassee, a clash that could prove pivotal in the ACC baseball race.
Both teams arrive fresh from series victories; the Seminoles dispatched the Clemson Tigers in three games, while the Hurricanes edged the Louisville Cardinals in a similar fashion, giving each club momentum heading into the weekend.
The game will be streamed live on ESPN+ at 6 p.m. Eastern, allowing fans across the country to follow the action from the historic venue that has become a stronghold for Florida State, which boasts a 25‑3 home record this season.
Florida State will turn to right‑hander Wes Mendes, who enters the contest with a 9‑3 record and a 2.42 ERA, while Miami counters with Rob Evans, also 9‑3 but with a slightly higher 3.41 ERA.
Historical Edge
The Seminoles hold a 164‑137‑4 all‑time lead over the Hurricanes and have won five of the last six meetings, a narrative that adds extra intrigue to the upcoming contest.
A win would help the Seminoles cement a top‑four seed in the ACC Tournament, while the Hurricanes look to keep their own postseason hopes alive.