What is going on? Los Angeles Angels pitcher Tyler Skaggs was found dead in Texas on Monday morning.
Read on to get the latest on Los Angeles Angels pitcher Tyler Skaggs, which police are saying “there are no signs of suicide…”
CelebNSports247.com reports that Southlake Police Dept. in Texas says cops were called to the Hilton hotel at 2:18 PM about an “unconscious male in a room.”
According to Southlake PD here is what they had to say upon arriving to Los Angeles Angels Tyler Skaggs room:
Officers arrived and found the male unresponsive and he was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Police added:
At this time, no foul play is suspected. This investigation is ongoing and we will release pertinent information as it is available.
The 27-year-old had just pitched against the Oakland As on Saturday.
The team is currently in Texas to play the Rangers.
The Angels issued a statement which reads as follows:
It is with great sorrow that we report Tyler Skaggs passed away earlier today in Texas. Tyler has, and always will be, an important part of the Angels Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Carli and his entire family during this devastating time.
Fellow peers and friends of Tyler Skaggs shared their condolences:
Phillies superstar Bryce Harper has shared his condolences, saying:
By far the nastiest prep arm I ever faced. My thoughts and prayers go out to Tyler’s family! Gone too soon!
Cleveland Indians ace Trevor Bauer added:
We came up together. We won together. We laughed and celebrated together. Today, we all lose and mourn together. Your memory, your love for life, everything that made you, you, will live forever in the hearts and minds of those who knew you. Rest In Peace brother. We love you.
Angels superstar Mike Trout spoke out about his teammate, saying:
Words cannot express the deep sadness we feel right now. Our thoughts and prayers are with Carli and their families. Remembering him as a great teammate, friend, and person who will forever remain in our hearts… we love you, 45.
Skaggs final post on Instagram was of his teammates on Sunday after touching down in Texas for the Angels’ series against the Rangers.
Something doesn’t seem right about his death.
[…] at the Hilton hotel after police answered a call about an “unconscious male in a room.” He was reportedly pronounced deceased at the scene. Now, the Angels are trying to cope with Tyler Skaggs death. Read on to find out more as the Angels […]
[…] at the Hilton hotel after police answered a call about an “unconscious male in a room.” He was reportedly pronounced deceased at the scene. Now, the Angels are trying to cope with Tyler Skaggs death. Read on to find out more as the Angels […]