Mr. Vlcek told CBS Chicago his grandson rushed him to Advocate Lutheran two weeks ago after he woke up sweating. A cardiologist reportedly told Mr. Vlcek his arrhythmia was life-threatening and scheduled a procedure to put in a defibrillator April 17 — the same day Mr. Vlcek was supposed to receive his honorary World Series ring.
Understanding the importance of the ceremony to the life-long Cubs fan, the physicians and nurses at the hospital rescheduled his procedure for Saturday, April 16 — their day off, according to the report.
As a measure of appreciation, Mr. Vlcek reportedly returned to the hospital to thank the clinicians who helped him make it to the ceremony.
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