Some of the sports stories The Associated Press is covering Friday. A full Sports Digest will be sent by about 3 p.m. All times EDT:- CHICAGO -- The World Series returns to one of baseballs iconic ballparks when the Cubs and Indians face off in Game 3 after splitting the first two nights in Cleveland. Kyle Hendricks is on the mound for the Cubs, while Josh Tomlin, who last pitched in the ALCS against Toronto on Oct. 15, goes for the Indians. Game starts 8:08 p.m.- CHICAGO -- The statues of Ernie Banks, Billy Williams and Ron Santo were all dressed up with new jerseys, and Harry Carays had a fresh apple. The rooftop seats across Waveland and Sheffield avenues were dressed up with bright red-white-and-blue bunting, while the famous ivy along the brick outfield walls showed streaks of brown mixed in with the green. For the first time in 71 years, a World Series game was being played in the friendly confines of Wrigley Field.- NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Being at .500 heading into November might not be big for some teams. Its a big step forward for the Tennessee Titans, topping their win total for each of the past two seasons, and they now get a weekend off to rest up for a visit to San Diego on Nov. 6.- JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Jacksonville Jaguars coach Gus Bradley reached a new low point in one of the worst tenures in NFL history. But it looks like hes going to get a chance to turn things around.- Peyton Manning has gone to TV commercials full time. Adrian Peterson and J.J. Watt are injured. Aaron Rodgers is struggling. Too many of the NFLs headline grabbers arent in the news, or arent producing the kind of plays and drama football fans crave. An AP Sports Column.- ATLANTA -- Superman has come home in search of his swagger. For all the focus on Kevin Durant heading to Golden State and Dwyane Wade landing in Chicago, one of the most intriguing story lines of the NBA season could be in Atlanta, where Dwight Howard and the Hawks are hoping theyll be just what the other needs to recapture what they once had. An AP sports column.- VILLANOVA, Pa. -- The national champion Villanova Wildcats celebrate by raising the banner at their on-campus arena.- SHANGHAI -- Hideki Matsuyama arrived at the HSBC Champions as the first Japanese player in nearly two decades to reach the top 10 in the world ranking. His 19 birdies over 36 holes in biting chill and swirling wind helped explain how he got there.- MARTINSVILLE, Va. -- If this is Jeff Gordons final race, its fitting that it comes at Martinsville Speedway. Among Gordons nine career wins at the Virginia track was last seasons emotional victory that gave him one final shot at a championship.- MEXICO CITY -- Nico Rosberg and Lewis Hamilton get back on the track for their championship duel in the first two practice rounds at the Mexican Grand Prix. The wildcard: possible rain on Sunday.- EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Wiggle It Jiggleit and Always B Miki continue their rivalry in the $421,000 Breeders Crown Open Pace. The Meadowlands Racetrack hosts 12 Crowns worth a combined $6.2 million over two nights this weekend. Fake Yeezy . The FA rejected Wilsheres appeal that the length of his punishment was "clearly excessive" and said Thursday his suspension begins with immediate effect. He will miss league matches against Chelsea on Monday and West Ham on Dec. Fake Shoes Outlet . The 18th player to shoot 60 on the tour, Jamieson settled for par on the final hole when his 15-foot birdie chip grazed the edge of the hole and stayed out. 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This one ends his season.Backup quarterback Ryan Nassib also landed on IR with an elbow injury.Vereen, 27, had his season derailed by the triceps he originally tore in his left arm during a Week 3 loss to the Eagles. He was placed on IR and later activated prior to a Week 14 matchup with the Dallas Cowboys. He left that game early with a concussion but returned for Sundays victory over the Detroit Lions.Vereen could be seen with his left arm dangling after he lunged for a fourth-quarter pass against the Lions. He also fumbled earlier in the contest near the goal line after being sandwiched by a pair of Lions defenders near the goal line.Yes, he reinjured his triceps, coach Ben McAdoo said during a Monday night conference call with reporters. Its unfortunate. He worked his tail off to get back to where he was. Im disappointed for Shane.The loss of Vereen is a blow to the Giants. Vereen was their second-leading receiver last season, and his versatility was an asset to the offense as their running back on passing downs.ddddddddddddThe Giants were optimistic about adding him to a struggling unit down the stretch. Their offense is currently ranked 27th in yards, and theyre 24th in points per game at 19.4.Vereen adds a unique dimension with his ability to catch passes out of the backfield.Hes a good playmaker, McAdoo said prior to his return. The more of those you have on the field at the same time, the better off youll be.Vereen finishes this season with 11 receptions. He had 59 last year.The Giants will again rely on Rashad Jennings and rookie Paul Perkins in the final two weeks of the regular season and the playoffs, should they qualify.Nassib had dealt with elbow pain earlier this season, but he was a late scratch Sunday against the Lions. Two days later, he landed on IR.Veteran Josh Johnson will now step in as the backup to Eli Manning.Linebacker Ishaq Williams and running back George Winn were added from the practice squad to take Vereen and Nassibs spots. ' ' '