The baseball world is stunned today following word that Los Angeles Angels pitcher Tyler Skaggs died Monday in a hotel room in Southlake, Texas.
The 27-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene. No foul play is suspected, and an investigation is ongoing, police said.
The Angels game against the Texas Rangers was postponed following the announcement of Skaggs’ death.
“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 entire family during this devastating time.