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Virginia Tech has named Rich Witten as General Manager and Director of Baseball Operations, tapping a veteran administrator to steer a program poised for sustained postseason success.
After a two‑year absence, Virginia Tech baseball returned to the NCAA Tournament, earned a second seed in the Los Angeles Regional, and hired experienced administrator Rich Witten to lead a roster rebuild and future competitiveness.
Rich Witten has been appointed general manager and director of baseball operations at Virginia Tech, bringing a strong track record of player development, offensive innovation, and program building to the ACC.
A look at the recent draft moves, returning players and the uncertainty facing the Hokies' baseball program after an early tournament elimination.
The 2026 MLB Draft will take place in Philadelphia from July 11 to 12, featuring a revised format across NBC, Peacock, MLB Network and digital platforms. Virginia Tech’s 18‑year streak of multiple selections, guided by head coach John Szefc, highlights a strong pipeline, with junior pitcher Brett Renfrow ranked among the top 123 prospects and several other Hokies poised for the draft.
Virginia Tech adds two left‑handed pitchers via the transfer portal, completing a nine‑player pitching overhaul that includes retained position players and a strategic focus on the 2027 season.
Virginia Tech freshman Ethan Ball delivered a record-setting performance in 2026, capturing national accolades and helping the Hokies secure a first-round bye in the ACC Tournament and an NCAA Tournament berth.
Virginia Tech’s baseball program announced that most position players, including freshman star Ethan Ball, will return for the 2027 season, while new pitchers arrive and a demanding early schedule looms.
The Virginia Tech baseball program celebrated a milestone as ten student‑athletes were named to the 2026 All‑ACC Academic Team, underscoring a culture that blends athletic competition with scholarly excellence.
Junior right‑hander Daniel Powell, celebrated for his dominant Conference USA performance, has committed to Virginia Tech, bolstering a rotation undergoing significant change.
The Hokies are reshaping their mound staff with a series of high‑profile transfers, led by right‑hander Nic Abraham, to return to the upper tier of the ACC and secure another NCAA Tournament berth.
Virginia Tech’s baseball program is set for a high‑profile early‑season test in Nashville, where historic rivalries and a new venue await.
Virginia Tech’s baseball program will test its mettle against three top‑ranked opponents in the 2027 College Baseball Series, held at Nashville’s First Horizon Park.
Coach John Szefc welcomes the challenge as the 2027 College Baseball Series prepares to showcase top teams in Nashville.
After a early exit from the Los Angeles Regional, Virginia Tech’s baseball program secures key returnees and adds three promising arms from the Transfer Portal, aiming for a stronger ACC campaign.
Josh Reynolds, a former assistant coach at the University of Tennessee, has been appointed director of pitching performance and baseball analytics at Virginia Tech, bringing a proven track record of player development and data-driven strategy.
Virginia Tech has appointed Josh Reynolds as director of pitching performance and baseball analytics, tapping a coach with a proven track record in the SEC.
Virginia Tech announced the hiring of Josh Reynolds, a seasoned pitching specialist, to lead its pitching performance and analytics department, a move praised by head coach John Szefc.
Virginia Tech announced the hiring of Josh Reynolds, a seasoned pitching coach with a diverse collegiate and professional background, to lead its new analytics-driven pitching program.
Virginia Tech announced the hiring of Josh Reynolds, a seasoned pitching coach and scouting director, to lead its pitching performance and baseball analytics efforts.
The hiring of Josh Reynolds by Virginia Tech follows his dismissal by the Tennessee Vols, a move that reflects shifting strategies in collegiate baseball staffing.
Virginia Tech announced the hiring of Josh Reynolds, a seasoned pitching strategist with a track record of elevating staff performances at several top programs.
A dominant ninth‑inning lead slipped away in the final moments, leaving Virginia Tech’s baseball team just three outs short of a historic win. The aftermath sees pitcher Madden Clement enter the transfer portal alongside three teammates.
The 2026 Virginia Tech baseball team clinched its first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2022, finishing 30‑26 overall and earning a No. 2 seed in the Los Angeles Regional.