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2017 College World Series

Florida Gators players and coaches celebrate with the national championship trophy after the game against the LSU Tigers in game two of the championship series of the 2017 College World Series at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Florida Gators players and coaches celebrate with the national championship trophy after the game against the LSU Tigers in game two of the championship series of the 2017 College World Series at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Florida Gators pitcher Jackson Kowar (37) reacts after defeating the LSU Tigers in game two of the championship series of the 2017 College World Series at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Florida Gators pitcher Jackson Kowar (37) reacts after defeating the LSU Tigers in game two of the championship series of the 2017 College World Series at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Florida Gators players celebrate after defeating the LSU Tigers in game two of the championship series of the 2017 College World Series at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Florida Gators players celebrate after defeating the LSU Tigers in game two of the championship series of the 2017 College World Series at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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LSU Tigers pitcher Todd Peterson (43) reacts after the game against the Florida Gators in game two of the championship series of the 2017 College World Series at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
LSU Tigers pitcher Todd Peterson (43) reacts after the game against the Florida Gators in game two of the championship series of the 2017 College World Series at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Florida Gators players celebrate after defeating the LSU Tigers in game two of the championship series of the 2017 College World Series at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Florida Gators players celebrate after defeating the LSU Tigers in game two of the championship series of the 2017 College World Series at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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LSU Tigers players react after the game against the Florida Gators in game two of the championship series of the 2017 College World Series at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
LSU Tigers players react after the game against the Florida Gators in game two of the championship series of the 2017 College World Series at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Florida Gators players celebrate after defeating the LSU Tigers in game two of the championship series of the 2017 College World Series at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Florida Gators players celebrate after defeating the LSU Tigers in game two of the championship series of the 2017 College World Series at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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LSU Tigers third baseman Josh Smith (4) hides his face after being tagged out at second base against the Florida Gators in the eighth inning in game one of the championship series of the 2017 College World Series at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
LSU Tigers third baseman Josh Smith (4) hides his face after being tagged out at second base against the Florida Gators in the eighth inning in game one of the championship series of the 2017 College World Series at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Florida Gators catcher Mike Rivera (4) tags out LSU Tigers shortstop Kramer Robertson (3) at home plate during the eighth inning in game two of the championship series of the 2017 College World Series at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Florida Gators catcher Mike Rivera (4) tags out LSU Tigers shortstop Kramer Robertson (3) at home plate during the eighth inning in game two of the championship series of the 2017 College World Series at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Florida Gators pitcher Brady Singer (51) throws against the LSU Tigers in the first inning in game one of the championship series of the 2017 College World Series at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Florida Gators pitcher Brady Singer (51) throws against the LSU Tigers in the first inning in game one of the championship series of the 2017 College World Series at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Florida Gators outfielder Austin Langworthy (44) signals the bench after leading off the seventh inning with a double against the LSU Tigers in game one of the championship series of the 2017 College World Series at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Florida Gators outfielder Austin Langworthy (44) signals the bench after leading off the seventh inning with a double against the LSU Tigers in game one of the championship series of the 2017 College World Series at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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LSU's Greg Deichmann celebrated after scoring in the eighth inning against Florida. The Gators hung on for a 4-3 win.
LSU's Greg Deichmann celebrated after scoring in the eighth inning against Florida. The Gators hung on for a 4-3 win.
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Gators outfielder Austin Langworthy (right) celebrates with Ryan Larson after scoring in the seventh inning against LSU in Game 1 of the CWS final.
Gators outfielder Austin Langworthy (right) celebrates with Ryan Larson after scoring in the seventh inning against LSU in Game 1 of the CWS final.
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Florida Gators outfielder Austin Langworthy (44) doubles in the second inning against the TCU Horned Frogs at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Florida Gators outfielder Austin Langworthy (44) doubles in the second inning against the TCU Horned Frogs at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Florida Gators catcher JJ Schwarz (22) tags out TCU Horned Frogs infielder Ryan Merrill (5) on a pick off attempt in the fourth inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Florida Gators catcher JJ Schwarz (22) tags out TCU Horned Frogs infielder Ryan Merrill (5) on a pick off attempt in the fourth inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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TCU Horned Frogs infielder Ryan Merrill (5) tags out Florida Gators infielder Jonathan India (6) in the second inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
TCU Horned Frogs infielder Ryan Merrill (5) tags out Florida Gators infielder Jonathan India (6) in the second inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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The LSU Tigers team celebrates the win against the Oregon State Beavers at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
The LSU Tigers team celebrates the win against the Oregon State Beavers at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Oregon State Beavers infielder Cadyn Grenier (2) makes a putout ahead of the slide from LSU Tigers infielder Kramer Robertson (3) in the first inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Oregon State Beavers infielder Cadyn Grenier (2) makes a putout ahead of the slide from LSU Tigers infielder Kramer Robertson (3) in the first inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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LSU Tigers pitcher Zack Hess (38) pitches in the eighth inning against the Oregon State Beavers at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
LSU Tigers pitcher Zack Hess (38) pitches in the eighth inning against the Oregon State Beavers at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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TCU Horned Frogs infielder Ryan Merrill (5) drives in two runs with a hit in the second inning against the Louisville Cardinals at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
TCU Horned Frogs infielder Ryan Merrill (5) drives in two runs with a hit in the second inning against the Louisville Cardinals at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Louisville Cardinals pitcher Brendan McKay (38) enters the dugout after hitting a home run in the fourth inning against the TCU Horned Frogs at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Louisville Cardinals pitcher Brendan McKay (38) enters the dugout after hitting a home run in the fourth inning against the TCU Horned Frogs at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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TCU Horned Frogs pitcher Sean Wyler (26) throws against the Louisville Cardinals in the ninth inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. TCU won 4-3.
TCU Horned Frogs pitcher Sean Wyler (26) throws against the Louisville Cardinals in the ninth inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. TCU won 4-3.
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Louisville Cardinals center fielder Logan Taylor (24) rounds the bases after hitting a home run against the TCU Horned Frogs in the fifth inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. TCU won 4-3.
Louisville Cardinals center fielder Logan Taylor (24) rounds the bases after hitting a home run against the TCU Horned Frogs in the fifth inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. TCU won 4-3.
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TCU Horned Frogs outfielder Austen Wade (8) and outfielder Josh Watson (7) and outfielder Nolan Brown (6) celebrate the win against the Louisville Cardinals at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
TCU Horned Frogs outfielder Austen Wade (8) and outfielder Josh Watson (7) and outfielder Nolan Brown (6) celebrate the win against the Louisville Cardinals at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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LSU Tigers infielder Kramer Robertson (3) celebrates with infielder Cole Freeman (8) after scoring in the ninth inning against the Florida State Seminoles at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
LSU Tigers infielder Kramer Robertson (3) celebrates with infielder Cole Freeman (8) after scoring in the ninth inning against the Florida State Seminoles at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Florida State Seminoles pitcher Will Zirzow (30) and pitcher Alec Byrd (31) walk off the field after the loss against the LSU Tigers at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Florida State Seminoles pitcher Will Zirzow (30) and pitcher Alec Byrd (31) walk off the field after the loss against the LSU Tigers at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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LSU Tigers outfielder Zach Watson (9) points to the dugout after driving in a run with a double in the ninth inning against the Florida State Seminoles at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
LSU Tigers outfielder Zach Watson (9) points to the dugout after driving in a run with a double in the ninth inning against the Florida State Seminoles at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Florida State Seminoles left fielder Jackson Luck (2) sits in the dugout after losing to the LSU Tigers at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. LSU won 7-4.
Florida State Seminoles left fielder Jackson Luck (2) sits in the dugout after losing to the LSU Tigers at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. LSU won 7-4.
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Florida State Seminoles infielder Quincy Nieporte (29) rounds third base after hitting a home run in the second inning against the LSU Tigers at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Florida State Seminoles infielder Quincy Nieporte (29) rounds third base after hitting a home run in the second inning against the LSU Tigers at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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LSU Tigers pitcher Jared Poche' (16) pitches in the third inning against the Florida State Seminoles at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
LSU Tigers pitcher Jared Poche' (16) pitches in the third inning against the Florida State Seminoles at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Florida Gators outfielder Austin Langworthy (44) celebrates with infielder Nelson Maldonado (27) after hitting a home run in the third inning against the Louisville Cardinals at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Florida Gators outfielder Austin Langworthy (44) celebrates with infielder Nelson Maldonado (27) after hitting a home run in the third inning against the Louisville Cardinals at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Florida Gators second baseman Deacin Liput (8) receives congratulation from the third base coach after hitting a three-run homer against the Louisville Cardinals in the fourth inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. Florida won 5-1.
Florida Gators second baseman Deacin Liput (8) receives congratulation from the third base coach after hitting a three-run homer against the Louisville Cardinals in the fourth inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. Florida won 5-1.
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Louisville Cardinals pitcher Kade McClure (19) throws agains the Florida Gators in the first inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Louisville Cardinals pitcher Kade McClure (19) throws agains the Florida Gators in the first inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Florida Gators pitcher Brady Singer (51) pitches in the first inning against the Louisville Cardinals at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Florida Gators pitcher Brady Singer (51) pitches in the first inning against the Louisville Cardinals at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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The Louisville Cardinals get ready for the game against the Florida Gators at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
The Louisville Cardinals get ready for the game against the Florida Gators at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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TCU Horned Frogs pitcher Brian Howard (44) points to a fly ball in the third inning against the Texas A&M Aggies at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
TCU Horned Frogs pitcher Brian Howard (44) points to a fly ball in the third inning against the Texas A&M Aggies at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Texas A&M Aggies head coach Rob Childress (29) watches batting practice before the game against the TCU Horned Frogs at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Texas A&M Aggies head coach Rob Childress (29) watches batting practice before the game against the TCU Horned Frogs at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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TCU Horned Frogs pitcher Sean Wymer (26) and catcher Evan Skoug (9) celebrate after the win against the Texas A&M Aggies at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
TCU Horned Frogs pitcher Sean Wymer (26) and catcher Evan Skoug (9) celebrate after the win against the Texas A&M Aggies at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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TCU Horned Frogs infielder Elliott Barzilli (3) singles in a run in the third inning against the Texas A&M Aggies at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
TCU Horned Frogs infielder Elliott Barzilli (3) singles in a run in the third inning against the Texas A&M Aggies at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Texas A&M Aggies infielder Braden Shewmake (8) signals to the bench after hitting a double in the first inning against the TCU Horned Frogs at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Texas A&M Aggies infielder Braden Shewmake (8) signals to the bench after hitting a double in the first inning against the TCU Horned Frogs at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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TCU Horned Frogs infielder Ryan Merrill (5) rounds the bases after hitting a home run in the third inning against the Texas A&M Aggies at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
TCU Horned Frogs infielder Ryan Merrill (5) rounds the bases after hitting a home run in the third inning against the Texas A&M Aggies at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Oregon State Beavers catcher KJ Harrison (24) celebrates teammates after hitting a grand slam in the sixth inning against the LSU Tigers at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Oregon State Beavers catcher KJ Harrison (24) celebrates teammates after hitting a grand slam in the sixth inning against the LSU Tigers at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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LSU Tigers pitcher Eric Walker (10) pitches in the first inning against the Oregon State Beavers at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
LSU Tigers pitcher Eric Walker (10) pitches in the first inning against the Oregon State Beavers at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Oregon State Beavers infielder Nick Madrigal (3) scores in the fifth inning against the LSU Tigers at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Oregon State Beavers infielder Nick Madrigal (3) scores in the fifth inning against the LSU Tigers at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Oregon State Beavers pitcher Bryce Fehmel (26) throws the ball against the LSU Tigers in the first inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Oregon State Beavers pitcher Bryce Fehmel (26) throws the ball against the LSU Tigers in the first inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Florida State Seminoles infielder Taylor Walls (10) celebrates with catcher Cal Raleigh (35) after scoring in the seventh inning against the fCal State Fullerton Titans at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Florida State Seminoles infielder Taylor Walls (10) celebrates with catcher Cal Raleigh (35) after scoring in the seventh inning against the fCal State Fullerton Titans at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Cal State Fullerton Titans pitcher Jack Pabich (30) and pitcher Gavin Velasquez (43) hug after  losing to the Florida State Seminoles at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. Florida State won 6-4.
Cal State Fullerton Titans pitcher Jack Pabich (30) and pitcher Gavin Velasquez (43) hug after losing to the Florida State Seminoles at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. Florida State won 6-4.
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Florida State Seminoles first baseman Drew Mendoza (22) rounds the bases after hitting a home run against the Cal State Fullerton Titans in the sixth inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. Florida State won 6-4.
Florida State Seminoles first baseman Drew Mendoza (22) rounds the bases after hitting a home run against the Cal State Fullerton Titans in the sixth inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. Florida State won 6-4.
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Florida State Seminoles pitcher Drew Carlton (46) and catcher Cal Raleigh (35) congratulate each other after defeating the Cal State Fullerton Titans at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. Florida State won 6-4.
Florida State Seminoles pitcher Drew Carlton (46) and catcher Cal Raleigh (35) congratulate each other after defeating the Cal State Fullerton Titans at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. Florida State won 6-4.
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Cal State Fullerton Titans head coach Rick Vanderhook congratulates shortstop Timmy Richards (13) after his home run against Florida State Seminoles in the sixth inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. Florida State won 6-4.
Cal State Fullerton Titans head coach Rick Vanderhook congratulates shortstop Timmy Richards (13) after his home run against Florida State Seminoles in the sixth inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. Florida State won 6-4.
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Florida infielder Dalton Guthrie (5) holds up on a throw to first base after forcing TCU's Ryan Merrill out in the eighth inning of the Gators' 3-0 win at TD Ameritrade Park.
Florida infielder Dalton Guthrie (5) holds up on a throw to first base after forcing TCU's Ryan Merrill out in the eighth inning of the Gators' 3-0 win at TD Ameritrade Park.
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The TCU Horned Frogs mascot joins with a fan in a cheer during the game against Florida at TD Ameritrade Park.
The TCU Horned Frogs mascot joins with a fan in a cheer during the game against Florida at TD Ameritrade Park.
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Louisville's Ryan Summers  celebrates after scoring in the eighth inning of an 8-4 win against Texas A&M.
Louisville's Ryan Summers celebrates after scoring in the eighth inning of an 8-4 win against Texas A&M.
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Texas A&M's George Janca tags out Louisville's Drew Ellis (10) in the third inning at TD Ameritrade Park in Omaha.
Texas A&M's George Janca tags out Louisville's Drew Ellis (10) in the third inning at TD Ameritrade Park in Omaha.
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The Texas A&M Aggies stand for the national anthem before the game against Louisville at TD Ameritrade Park in Omaha.
The Texas A&M Aggies stand for the national anthem before the game against Louisville at TD Ameritrade Park in Omaha.
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LSU Tigers pitcher Todd Peterson (43) celebrates during the game against the Florida State Seminoles in the inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. LSU won 5-4.
LSU Tigers pitcher Todd Peterson (43) celebrates during the game against the Florida State Seminoles in the inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. LSU won 5-4.
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LSU Tigers infielder Cole Freeman (8) scores the tying run when Florida State Seminoles catcher Cal Raleigh (35) mishandles a throw in the eighth inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
LSU Tigers infielder Cole Freeman (8) scores the tying run when Florida State Seminoles catcher Cal Raleigh (35) mishandles a throw in the eighth inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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LSU Tigers pitcher Zack Hess (38) celebrates with catcher Michael Papierski (2) after defeating the Florida State Seminoles at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. LSU won 5-4.
LSU Tigers pitcher Zack Hess (38) celebrates with catcher Michael Papierski (2) after defeating the Florida State Seminoles at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. LSU won 5-4.
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LSU Tigers outfielder Antoine Duplantis (20) rounds second base on the way to scoring on wild pitch as Florida State Seminoles infielder Taylor Walls (10) watches in the first inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
LSU Tigers outfielder Antoine Duplantis (20) rounds second base on the way to scoring on wild pitch as Florida State Seminoles infielder Taylor Walls (10) watches in the first inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Florida State Seminoles infielder Dylan Busby (28) celebrates with outfielder Jackson Lueck (2) after hitting a home run in the first inning against the LSU Tigers at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Florida State Seminoles infielder Dylan Busby (28) celebrates with outfielder Jackson Lueck (2) after hitting a home run in the first inning against the LSU Tigers at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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LSU Tigers outfielder Antoine Duplantis (20) drives in a run in the third inning against the Florida State Seminoles at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
LSU Tigers outfielder Antoine Duplantis (20) drives in a run in the third inning against the Florida State Seminoles at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Florida State Seminoles third baseman Dylan Busby (28) celebrates his two-run homer with shortstop Taylor Walls (10) against the LSU Tigers in the first inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Florida State Seminoles third baseman Dylan Busby (28) celebrates his two-run homer with shortstop Taylor Walls (10) against the LSU Tigers in the first inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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LSU Tigers pitcher Alex Lange (35) throws against the Florida State Seminoles in the first inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
LSU Tigers pitcher Alex Lange (35) throws against the Florida State Seminoles in the first inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Florida State Seminoles pitcher Tyler Holton (14) reacts during the game against the LSU Tigers in the first inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Florida State Seminoles pitcher Tyler Holton (14) reacts during the game against the LSU Tigers in the first inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Oregon State Beavers left fielder Steven Kwan (4) celebrates a run with out fielder Preston Jones (33) during the game against the Cal State Fullerton Titans in the sixth inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. Oregon State won 6-5.
Oregon State Beavers left fielder Steven Kwan (4) celebrates a run with out fielder Preston Jones (33) during the game against the Cal State Fullerton Titans in the sixth inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. Oregon State won 6-5.
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Cal State Fullerton Titans shortstop Timmy Richards (13) looks down during the game against the Oregon State Beavers in the eighth  inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. Oregon State won 6-5.
Cal State Fullerton Titans shortstop Timmy Richards (13) looks down during the game against the Oregon State Beavers in the eighth inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha. Oregon State won 6-5.
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Oregon State Beavers outfielder Steven Kwan (4) drives in a run in the second inning against the Cal State Fullerton Titans at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Oregon State Beavers outfielder Steven Kwan (4) drives in a run in the second inning against the Cal State Fullerton Titans at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Cal State Fullerton Titans infielder Timmy Richards (13) circles the bases after hitting a three-run home run in the first inning against the Oregon State Beavers at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Cal State Fullerton Titans infielder Timmy Richards (13) circles the bases after hitting a three-run home run in the first inning against the Oregon State Beavers at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Oregon State Beavers head coach Pat Casey hugs left fielder Steven Kwan (4) before a game against the Cal State Fullerton Titans at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Oregon State Beavers head coach Pat Casey hugs left fielder Steven Kwan (4) before a game against the Cal State Fullerton Titans at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Cal State Fullerton Titans pitcher Connor Seabold (26) throws against the Oregon State Beavers in the first inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Cal State Fullerton Titans pitcher Connor Seabold (26) throws against the Oregon State Beavers in the first inning at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Oregon State Beavers pitcher Jake Thompson (44) pitches in the first inning against the Cal State Fullerton Titans at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Oregon State Beavers pitcher Jake Thompson (44) pitches in the first inning against the Cal State Fullerton Titans at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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Cal State Fullerton Titans infielder Timmy Richards (13) celebrates with infielder Dillon Persinger (19)  and outfielder Scott Hurst (6) after hitting a three run home run in the first inning against the Oregon State Beavers at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
Cal State Fullerton Titans infielder Timmy Richards (13) celebrates with infielder Dillon Persinger (19) and outfielder Scott Hurst (6) after hitting a three run home run in the first inning against the Oregon State Beavers at TD Ameritrade Park Omaha.
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