Florida edges closer to CWS title

Gators nip Tigers, take 1-0 advantage in best-of-3 series

OMAHA, Neb. – Florida got a dominant performance from Brady Singer, a big defensive play when LSU was threatening and just enough offense.

Now, after a 4-3 win in Game 1 of the College World Series on Monday night, the Gators are one win from their first national championship in baseball.

But with LSU all-time wins leader Jared Poche’ starting today and firstround draft pick Alex Lange available if there’s a Game 3, the Tigers believe this best-of-three series matching Southeastern Conference rivals is just getting started.

“We’ve got to play better if we want to win this thing,” Florida coach Kevin O’Sullivan said. “It’s not near over. We got six hits tonight, and Brady had to pitch his tail off. It’s exciting to have Game 1 under our belt ... but we haven’t crossed the line yet.”

LSU’s Greg Deichmann said he and his teammates haven’t had their confidence dented. Poche’ (12-3)

LSU's Kramer Robertson (3) is caught stealing second base by Florida second baseman Deacon Liput (8) in the seventh inning on Monday.