May 26, 2024; Charlotte, NC, USA; Florida State Seminoles pitcher Carson Dorsey (9) in the second inning against the Duke Blue Devils during the ACC Baseball Tournament at Truist Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Kinser-USA TODAY Sports
- ACC rivals Florida State and Virginia clash in a College World Series elimination game
- We’ve made our Virginia vs Florida State prediction for Sunday’s baseball game on ESPN
- Read below for UVA vs FSU prediction, odds and starting pitchers (June 16)
Florida State and Virginia faceoff in a crucial elimination game at the College World Series in Omaha on Sunday. Both teams lost their tournament opener on walk-offs and now do battle with their seasons on the line. First pitch is 2pm at Charles Schwab Field (ESPN).
We’ve made our UVA vs FSU prediction for Sunday’s game, plus examine the betting odds and starting pitching matchup.
Virginia vs Florida State Prediction
Both teams enter this game coming off heartbreaking lossses, but the pain hits differently for the Seminoles. Jarrett Link’s club had a five-run lead at one point on Saturday, but the Volunteers staged a comeback that included some questionable calls from the umpire.
Florida State will be turning to Carson Dorsey, who most recently started FSU’s opening game of the Tallahassee Regional against Stetson on May 31st. While Dorsey stood out in that game, the 21-year-old appeared in relief against UVA a few weeks ago in the ACC Tournament, failing to record an out while giving up four runs.
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Virginia also suffered a tough loss in their opener against North Carolina, despite a strong performance from starting pitcher Evan Blanco. Coach Brian O’Connor will now turn to pitcher Jay Woolfolk to try to save the Cavaliers’ season.
Woolfolk got the start in Virginia’s Super Regional win over Kansas State, striking out seven batters. In the earlier matchup against Florida State, Woolfolk pitched two innings in relief, giving up one run.
We are targeting Over 12.5 runs for this game, as the weather forecast is calling for 15mph winds from right to left field. Dorsey has struggled with the Cavaliers batters, while Woolfolk had a 6.96 ERA during the regular season and gave up a homer in his limited action against FSU this season.
UVA vs FSU Pick:
- Over 12.5 Runs (-115)
Virginia vs Florida State Odds
| Team | Run Line | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia | +1.5 (-166) | -110 | Over 12.5 (-115) |
| Florida State | -1.5 (+130) | -120 | Under 12.5 (-115) |
The Virginia vs Florida State odds for Sunday show the Seminoles as slight -120 favorites on the moneyline, giving them 54.5% implied win probability. The Cavaliers come back as the -110 underdogs, giving them 52.4% implied chance of avoiding elimination.
As the betting favorite for Sunday’s game, Florida State is available at -1.5 on the run line at +130 odds. For this bet to cash, the Seminoles need to win by two or more runs. Virginia is +1.5 on the run line at heavy -166 odds, implying they need to stay within two runs for the bet to cash.
The over/under for Sunday’s College World Series game is set at 12.5, with equal -115 odds to the over and the under.
Odds as of June 15, 2024, at DraftKings Sportsbook. Check out the best sports betting app for the College World Series.
FSU vs UVA History
Virginia and Florida State have a long history of playing each other, with Florida State leading the all-time series 61-34. However, this will be the first time these two ACC rivals have met in the NCAA Tournament.
Earlier this season, they played each other in the ACC Tournament, with Florida State winning 12-7. In that game, Virginia hit four home runs, but Florida State had a huge seventh inning where they scored seven runs.
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On Sunday, June 16, college baseball fans will be treated to an exciting matchup between the Virginia Cavaliers and the Florida State Seminoles. Both teams have had successful seasons so far, and this game is sure to be a thrilling one for fans of both schools.
The starting pitchers for this game are expected to be top-notch. For Virginia, they will likely send out their ace, Andrew Abbott. Abbott has been dominant on the mound this season, boasting an impressive 2.85 ERA and 108 strikeouts in 82 innings pitched. He will be a tough challenge for the Florida State batters to face.
On the other side, Florida State will likely counter with their own standout pitcher, CJ Van Eyk. Van Eyk has been equally impressive this season, with a 3.80 ERA and 120 strikeouts in 94 innings pitched. He has the ability to shut down opposing offenses and will be a key player for the Seminoles in this game.
In terms of predictions and odds for this game, it is expected to be a close matchup between two evenly matched teams. Virginia currently holds a slight edge in the odds, but anything can happen in baseball and Florida State has the talent to pull off an upset.
Overall, this game is shaping up to be a must-watch for college baseball fans. With two top-tier pitchers on the mound and two talented teams facing off, Sunday’s matchup between Virginia and Florida State is sure to be a thrilling contest that could go down to the wire. Be sure to tune in and see which team comes out on top in this exciting showdown.
