By now, most of you have heard the reports that it was Eric Kay, Angels Director of Communications, who had been providing Tyler Skaggs with illegal opioids for years. Unfortunately, the latest revelations perhaps raises more questions than provide answers. I’ve put together a timeline. And some questions.
2017, unknown date
Eric Kay’s mother, Sandy, said that Kay had told Tim Mead, then-Angels VP of communications, about Skaggs’ opioid use several years ago. Keep in mind opioid abuse often begins after surgeries, when the drug may be prescribed to the patient.