Tim Ellsworth

Chris Reitsma of the Atlanta Braves blew his second save in as many chances Wednesday night as the Florida Marlins rallied for two runs in the ninth inning to tie the game 4-4. Reitsma didn’t pitch that poorly and at one point it looked like he’d get out of the jam. But the Braves’ infield had shifted to the right for Carlos Delgado, and he hit a slow grounder through the left side of the infield that tied the game. It could have been a game-ending double play if the defense had been positioned differently. Florida went on to win in 13 innings.

Reitsma was one of the most gracious, accommodating players I interviewed during spring training this year. I’m hoping he’ll bounce back after two disappointing outings. Here’s a link to a story I wrote about Reitsma earlier this year:

http://www.bpsports.net/bpsports.asp?ID=4920