AZ Snake Pit · May 24, 2018
Get to know Drew Ellis, 3B A+ Visalia Rawhide
Drew Ellis was born and raised in Louisville, Kentucky, where he attended high school as a multi-sport athlete. He went on to play for the University of Louisville, and then was drafted with the Diamondbacks 2nd pick 44th overall in the 2017 MLB Draft. Assigned to Short Season A level Hillsboro, Ellis hit .227/.327/.403 in 181 at-bats, with 8 doubles and 8 home runs, and a 24:45 BB:K ratio. Assigned to Advanced A ball Visalia this year, Ellis is hitting .264/.352/.479 in 144 at-bats, with 13 doubles and 6 home runs and an 18:25 BB:K ratio. I contacted Drew Ellis via Instagram, and he agreed to do a short, quick, and informal interview. I’ve edited the interview for clarity and readability.