Indians beat Cubs 1-0, pull ahead 2-1 in World Series

The Chicago Cubs didn't emerge victorious in the first World Series Game held at Chicago's Wrigley Field in 71 years. The Cleveland Indians defeated the Cubs 1-0 in Game 3 of the World Series on Friday night. The Indians now lead the series 2-1.

The series was tied prior to Friday night's game, after the Indians won the first game, 6-0, and the Cubs won the second game, 5-1.

The teams face off again Saturday night, in the second of three games at Wrigley Field. The first pitch of Game 4 is slated for 8:08 p.m., with the Indians' Corey Kluber and the Cubs' John Lackey starting.

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