If this series was played under the format used a few years ago (game 1 Friday, game 2 Sat, and game 3 right after if necessary), then I would put UT's chances at 60/40.
But now that they do the three day schedule, Barnhill will start on Friday, be used on Sat if needed, and then start Sunday if necessary. Best thing to hope for is rain cancels Friday and then they play two games on one day. Florida's pitching depth is not great.
I'm leaning 60/40 Florida, with Barnhill getting the win on Friday, and then Sat will be a toss up. If UT can force a Sunday game, anything can happen.
EDIT - not a drop of rain in the forecast for Gainesville, so advantage Florida.
But now that they do the three day schedule, Barnhill will start on Friday, be used on Sat if needed, and then start Sunday if necessary. Best thing to hope for is rain cancels Friday and then they play two games on one day. Florida's pitching depth is not great.
I'm leaning 60/40 Florida, with Barnhill getting the win on Friday, and then Sat will be a toss up. If UT can force a Sunday game, anything can happen.
EDIT - not a drop of rain in the forecast for Gainesville, so advantage Florida.
