Ole Miss opened up the 2016 season with a series sweep of Florida International. The Rebels scored 32 runs on opening weekend, including 13 first inning runs combined in the three games. The 32 runs were the most scored in an opening series since scoring 32 against Louisiana-Monroe in 2010.
Offensive MVP: Tate Blackman – After a frustrating freshman campaign, Blackman responded in a big way on opening weekend. The sophomore second baseman hit a homerun in his first at bat of the season, as he connected on a fastball that sailed over the fence in left-center field.