Raelin Chaffin is a right-handed pitcher for the Utah Talons who completed one of the most impressive final college seasons of any pitcher in the 2025 AUSL Draft class. After spending three seasons at LSU, Chaffin transferred to Mississippi State for her senior year in 2025 and became the Bulldogs’ ace, leading the SEC in wins.
Career Highlights
Chaffin spent her first three collegiate seasons at LSU from 2022 to 2024, building a 23-8 record. She transferred to Mississippi State for her senior season in 2025, posting a 23-10 record with a 3.15 ERA, 19 complete games including four shutouts, and 205 strikeouts. She led the SEC in wins during the regular season, broke the Mississippi State single-season record with 10 conference wins, and earned First Team NFCA All-Region and Second Team All-SEC honors. Earlier in her career, Chaffin was a member of Team USA at the 2021 WBSC U-18 World Cup, where the United States won gold.
AUSL Profile
Chaffin was selected 12th overall in the third round of the 2025 AUSL College Draft by the Talons. In her rookie AUSL season, she posted a 6-2 record across 14 appearances and helped the Talons defeat the Bandits in the 2025 AUSL Championship Series.
FAQ
Q: Where did Raelin Chaffin play college softball?
A: Chaffin spent three seasons at LSU (2022-2024) before transferring to Mississippi State for her senior year in 2025, where she led the SEC in wins.
Q: Did Raelin Chaffin play for Team USA?
A: Yes. Chaffin was a member of Team USA’s U-18 squad that won gold at the 2021 WBSC U-18 World Cup in Lima, Peru.
Q: How did Chaffin perform as an AUSL rookie?
A: Chaffin posted a 6-2 record across 14 appearances and was part of the Talons’ inaugural championship-winning roster.