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Box Score<\/a> TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — \u00a0Florida A&M split a Saturday doubleheader against Central Connecticut State, cruising to a 4-0 shutout victory in the opener before falling 4-1 in the second game.<\/p>\n Game 1: Florida A&M 4, Central Connecticut State 0<\/p>\n Florida A&M opened Saturday’s doubleheader with one of its strongest all-around performances of the season, blanking Central Connecticut State 4-0 behind dominant pitching and steady offense.<\/p>\n The Rattlers were led by Caleb Granger<\/a>, who turned in a standout start on the mound. The graduate right-hander worked 6.1 scoreless innings, allowing just two hits and one walk while striking out seven. Cody Williams<\/a> came on in relief to help close out the shutout as Florida A&M’s pitching staff combined to hold the Blue Devils to just two hits all game.<\/p>\n After three scoreless innings, the Rattlers broke through in the fourth. Alex Monile<\/a> scored the first run of the contest to give Florida A&M a 1-0 edge. The Rattlers added another run in the fifth before creating separation in the sixth with a two-run inning. Colton Ryals<\/a> came through with a key RBI single in the frame and finished 2-for-3 with two RBIs to pace the lineup.<\/p>\n Florida A&M controlled the game offensively, out-hitting Central Connecticut State 11-2. Every starter reached base safely, and the Rattlers capitalized on their chances by going 4-for-7 with runners in scoring position. Game 2: Central Connecticut State 4, Florida A&M 1<\/p>\n In the second game of the doubleheader, Florida A&M battled but could not overcome an early deficit, falling 4-1 to Central Connecticut State.<\/p>\n The Blue Devils built a 3-0 lead before the Rattlers answered in the fifth inning. Justen Crews<\/a> delivered Florida A&M’s biggest hit of the game, tripling to bring home Colton Ryals<\/a> and cut the deficit to 3-1. The Rattlers, however, were unable to get any closer the rest of the way.<\/p>\n Matthew Perez<\/a> led Florida A&M offensively, collecting three hits in the loss. Crews added the RBI triple and also drew a walk, while the Rattlers showed patience overall by drawing five walks in the game. Despite putting runners on base, Florida A&M could not find the timely hit needed to put together a larger rally.<\/p>\n Garrett Workman<\/a> started for the Rattlers and took the loss. Out of the bullpen, Tanner Walker<\/a> provided a strong relief effort, tossing 4.1 innings and allowing just one run on two hits. He did not issue a walk and struck out five, helping keep Florida A&M within reach
\nThe opener gave Florida A&M a complete team win, built on sharp pitching, timely execution and a lineup that consistently put pressure on the Blue Devils.<\/p>\n
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