71.   The National League had a one-run lead, thanks to a three-run homer by Barry Bonds in the top of the inning.

72.   The Marlins reclaimed their two-run lead in the bottom of the fourth, which started with a single by Cliff Floyd and a double by Derrek Lee.

73.   The middle of their order produced a big inning that gave one of their most reliable starters, Rick Reed, a five-run lead.

74.   The Rangers quickly went from a two-run lead to a two-run deficit.

75.   The Rangers squandered a seven-run lead for the third time this season.

76.   The three-run lead was pleasant for the Mets, especially with the way Jones was pitching.

77.   The Yankees rolled to an eight-run lead after five innings on Wednesday night.

78.   Their two-run lead Wednesday was put into jeopardy right away on an error by the shortstop, Mora.

79.   They twice built three-run leads and both times gave two of those runs back.

80.   Though he allowed seven runs, he left with a five-run lead.