Back in 2016, the Milwaukee Brewers selected toolsy outfielder Corey Ray out of the University of Louisville with the 5th overall pick in the MLB Draft. Ray was an intriguing draft prospect who put together an impressive junior year at Louisville before deciding to take his talents to professional baseball. In his final year of college ball, Ray slashed .310/.388/.545 with 15 homers and 44 stolen bases, all while playing stellar defense in the outfield.
With a strong glove and impressive baserunning skills, Ray's floor made him an easy first-round selection by the Brewers' front office, which had recently been turned over to David Stearns by long-time GM Doug Melvin.