The Mets had drama on and off the field Thursday in an otherwise typical, 3-2 loss to the Braves at Citi Field. While Gary Sheffield was creating waves by threatening to leave the team over a rebuffed contract extension, reliever Billy Wagner made his first major-league appearance since Tommy John surgery on his left elbow 11 months ago.

In the notes, more on the Mets’ decision to release Livan Hernandez after three consecutive dismal starts.