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Family of Angels pitcher, club settle case over 2019 death

December 19, 2025

The family of late Los Angeles Angels pitcher Tyler Skaggs reached a confidential settlement with the club over his 2019 overdose death, concluding a lengthy legal battle. The settlement was reached during jury deliberations after a trial that lasted over a month, where jurors indicated they believed the Angels bore some responsibility for Skaggs' death.

The family of late Los Angeles Angels pitcher Tyler Skaggs have reached a settlement with the club over his 2019 overdose death (JEFF GROSS)

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Tyler Skaggs died from an overdose in 2019.
His family sued the Angels for wrongful death, alleging negligence related to drug provision by an employee.
The settlement was reached during jury deliberations after a two-month trial.
The Skaggs family had originally sought $118 million in damages.
Details of the settlement have not been disclosed.

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Family of Angels pitcher, club settle case over 2019 death

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