 Undrafted initially due to his diminutive size, he was signed to an ECHL contract with the Johnstown Chiefs to begin his professional career.Schwab with fellow collegiate rookie, Connor Shields, led the Chiefs offense in 2009–10 and compiled a team leading 35 assists for 53 points in 67 games.Upon the season end, and with the 22 year operation of the Chiefs folding, Schwab was invited to the Oklahoma City Barons training camp for the following season.