Local video photographer Mike Flanary, who collapsed because of a heart problem at Busch Stadium while covering the news of former Cubs' manager Joe Maddon's departure, considers himself a fortunate man. Many things, including CPR being performed by Post-Dispatch reporter Derrick Goold, aligned to help Flanary in the life-threatening situation. (Courtesy photo)
Photo courtesy of Mike FlanaryMike Flanary is convinced he wouldn’t be alive today if Joe Maddon still were the manager of the Chicago Cubs.
The announcement that Maddon and the team actually mutually decided to part ways came on Sept. 29 at Busch Stadium, a Sunday, before the Cubs played the Cardinals on the final day of the season.