Watchdog

Speaking of new Tribune CEO Sam Zell (see post below), he revealed Tuesday he has not yet had an opportunity to explore Newsday's Web site.

I guess that explains why he seemed to have no idea who I was when he introduced himself. I was hoping for a hug, maybe, or at least a complaint about Aikman's pro-Dallas bias. But no.

I got to rebuild my ego shortly thereafter, though, upon learning that midway through the month I am on pace to finish first in page views among Newsday sports blogs for the first time.

This is my only shot, people. Once pitchers and catchers report in February, I'm toast. So forget what I wrote below about conceding January to Glauber and Staple.

I'm in it to win it. But I need your help. Two weeks to glory!