71.   But the resilient MetroStars, playing without three of their top players, including their star, Clint Mathis, were not ready to surrender.

72.   But the Stars have proved that playing well without Hull is a definite possibility.

73.   But the strategy failed as the Wizards defended effectively, despite playing without starters Mo Johnston, Matt McKeon, Uche Okafor, and Preki.

74.   But the team also is playing without goaltender Byron Defoe, a restricted free agent who is sitting out in a contract dispute.

75.   But the vast majority choose to play without eye protection.

76.   But they might have to play without one of their top players.

77.   But they may play without end Warren Sapp, injured and likely slowed even if he plays.

78.   But United, which played without Marco Etcheverry, controlled possession for most of the game and dominated play well into the second half.

79.   But they played without him.

80.   By playing without an agreement, owners and players have put a mere Band-Aid over a wound needing hundreds of stitches.