The Edward R. Murrow High School chess team is full of its misfits and geeks. Outside of chess, many are a mess, but when playing the game, everything seems clear. In his book, “The Kings of New York ,” Michael Weinreb follows the team and illustrates how chess has helped them in life.

A new owner for the Chicago Cubs after 2007 gives the faithful hope, but Bill Littlefield warns the next possesor of the Cubs, know your role.