3 wins, 3 losses: FSU baseball maintains its flawless record following another impressive week.
Florida State and Texas A&M stand as the sole undefeated teams in college baseball following this week’s matchups. The Seminoles secured a 4-0 record for the third consecutive week, boosting their overall standing to 14-0. Their next challenge awaits on Tuesday against Florida in a crucial showdown. On Wednesday, after a previous day’s rainout, FSU avenged their loss to FGCU from last year by defeating them convincingly with a 19-run outburst, spurred by a grand slam from Jamie Ferrer after a shaky start. Shortly after, they commenced their final non-conference weekend series against the New Orleans Privateers, dominating with a combined total of 36 runs over three games, sweeping their opponents effortlessly.
Looking ahead, FSU faces a pivotal week with a trip to Gainesville on Tuesday for the first of three encounters against the Gators. Following that, Notre Dame visits Tallahassee for a three-game series, adding an extra layer of significance as Link Jarrett faces his former team.
This week’s scoreline: 19-3 against FGCU, 13-0 against UNO, 15-7, and 8-0.
**Highlights:**
**1. Power Hitting:** FSU showcased formidable power at the plate, tallying an impressive 11 home runs across the four games, with four coming in the clash against FGCU. Link Jarrett often highlights their offseason strength training, which has translated into muscular hitting performances, resulting in decisive leads through big innings. Jamie Ferrer’s consistent power, evidenced by his four-game home run streak, contributes significantly to FSU’s offensive prowess.
**2. Stellar Pitching:** The pitching rotation, comprising Cam Leiter, Conner Whittaker, and Jamie Arnold, displayed remarkable consistency and effectiveness throughout the week, conceding only 3 earned runs over a combined 17 innings. Whittaker notably bounced back from a shaky start, while Leiter delivered a commanding performance after a previous setback. Arnold maintained his flawless record for the season, contributing to FSU’s strong start on the mound.
**3. Offensive Surge from Unexpected Source:** Shortstop Alex Lodise, positioned at the ninth spot in the lineup, delivered an outstanding offensive performance this week, recording multiple hits, including crucial home runs, and consistently driving in runs. His sudden burst of form underscores FSU’s depth and ability to produce impactful performances across the lineup.
**Noteworthy Performances:** Cam Smith continued to impress with his powerful hitting, while James Tibbs showcased his intelligence at the plate, contributing significantly to FSU’s offensive firepower.
