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Twenty years ago this week, Jerry Jones bought the Dallas Cowboys. After a good early run that included three Super Bowl championships and a roster of hall-of-famers, the Cowboys are now one of the most inept franchises in sports, and Jerry is the one fans are blaming, according to a recent poll.

Japan, U.S. fight over Fukudome for WBC The Japanese swear they have never heard of Kosuke Fukudome. The U.S. won't let him play because he's not an American. The struggling Cubs' outfielder has taken the role of the last kid picked at recess as teams finalize their World Baseball Classic rosters. Neither side is willing to give in and take him on. Both nations agree it would be best if he's traded to Italy, who have said they won't accept him despite a lack of one recognizable pro on their roster.

Quarterback Rex Grossman is officially a free agent, meaning his tumultous six-year run with the Bears has most certainly ended. Meanwhile, GM Jerry Angelo is confident he can find a mediocre free agent or draft pick to fill Grossman's shoes.

With Spring Training underway, Cubs management decided to hold a reality contest to replace fifth starter Jason Marquis in the rotation after he was dealt to the Rockies last month. Cubs GM Jim Hendry stated his rationale for the unorthodox move at a press conference unveiliing "Who Wants to Be the 5th Starter?"

Former Cubs fan favorite Kerry Wood started his spring in a familiar way: with an injury. Now on the Indians, the closer sat out practices this week with a sore back before easing into workouts this morning. Despite a frustrating, injury-riddled career, Wood says he's not too concerned about the achy back.

The Blackhawks' successful season has led to high expectations for a team brimming with youth and enthusiasm. An extended winter road-trip saw the Hawks go 8-4 and begin to challenge the reigning NHL champion Detroit Red Wings for first place in the Central Division.