BLACKSBURG, Va. — Virginia Tech left-handed reliever Chase Swift has opted to enter the transfer portal following the conclusion of the 2026 season, he announced on his X/Twitter account.
I am currently in the process of entering the transfer portal with 2 years of eligibility left from Virginia Tech LHP Season stats 22.1 innings 13 hits 9 runs 38k8 walks 0.94 whip3.63 eraCareer stats at VT51.2 innings 39 hits 22 runs 21 walks 85K3.83 era
— chase swift (@chaseswift7) June 1, 2026
Swift departs Blacksburg after two seasons in which he established himself as one of the most reliable arms on the Hokies’ pitching staff. Across 51.2 career innings, the left-hander posted a 3.83 ERA while striking out 85 batters, serving in a variety of roles throughout his time with the program.
As a true freshman in 2025, Swift primarily worked as Virginia Tech’s midweek starter. He made seven midweek starts during the season and also drew a start against rival Virginia during the final week of the regular season. His ability to miss bats immediately stood out, and he became one of the more intriguing young pitchers in the program…