History heavily on Indians’ side with 3-1 Series lead

The Indians’ 7-2 Game 4 victory over the Cubs on Saturday at Wrigley Field puts them in a strong position as they seek their first World Series championship since 1948. But while history is firmly on on the side of teams holding a 3-1 series lead, it also provides reason not to take anything for granted.

Cleveland sports fans know this well. In 2007, the Indians grabbed a 3-1 edge over Terry Francona’s Red Sox in the American League Championship Series before three straight losses sent them home. And this past June, the Cavaliers fell into a 3-1 hole against the Warriors in the NBA Finals before claiming an unlikely championship.

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Game Date Time (air time/game time) Matchup TV Gm 1 Oct. 25   CLE 6, CHC 0 Gm 2 Oct. 26   CHC 5, CLE 1 Gm 3 Oct. 28   CLE 1, CHC 0 Gm 4 Oct. 29   CLE 7, CHC 2 Gm 5 Oct. 30 8 p.m. CLE @ CHC FOX *Gm 6 Nov. 1 7:30 p.m./8 p.m. CHC @ CLE FOX *Gm 7 Nov. 2 7:30 p.m./8 p.m. CHC @ CLE FOX * If necessary | All times listed ET • World Series coverageShop for postseason gear: Cubs | Indians

In terms of World Series history, the numbers certainly are on the Indians’ side. Since baseball established the 2-3-2 format for the Fall Classic in 1925 — …

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