Los Angeles Angels pitcher Tyler Skaggs dies aged 27
- Team confirm player died before Texas Rangers game
- Pitcher also played for Arizona Diamondbacks
The Los Angeles Angels have confirmed pitcher Tyler Skaggs died before Monday’s game against the Texas Rangers. He was 27.
“It is with great sorrow that we report Tyler Skaggs passed away earlier today in Texas,” an Angels statement said. “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.”