Bobby Parnell‘s evolution into a major-league starter took a step back Wednesday night when the rookie right-hander gave up eight runs in the second inning en route to a 15-2 loss to the Braves at Citi Field.

Colleague Mike Vaccaro writes that the Wilpons need to own up to the Mets’ problems.

The Mets put Billy Wagner on trade waivers Wednesday, and the former All-Star closer says he is willing to waive his no-trade clause in order to be dealt to a contender. In the notes, J.J. Putz remains on schedule to come off the disabled list in the next week or so.