Dustin May was drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the third round of the 2016 MLB draft. The Dodgers selected the right-handed pitcher 101st overall out of Northwest High School in Justin, Texas.
May signed with Los Angeles shortly after the draft and began his professional career in the Dodgers’ minor-league system. His height, unusual arm action and lively fastball helped make him one of the organization’s most notable pitching prospects. He reached the majors in 2019, debuting for the Dodgers against the San Diego Padres.
The draft detail is sometimes confused with May’s later development or with other Dodgers pitchers from the same era. He was not a first-round selection, but the organization’s third-round investment produced a major-league starter and postseason contributor.
May’s career has also been shaped by injuries, including Tommy John surgery in 2021. After returning, he continued to be valued for his high-end stuff and versatility. The draft clue remains specific: the Dodgers chose May in Round 3 of 2016, while other listed candidates were selected by different organizations and in different drafts.