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Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times
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Mike DiGiovanna

Angels say pitcher Tyler Skaggs has died at age 27

ARLINGTON, Texas _ The Angels announced Monday that pitcher Tyler Skaggs died. The team was scheduled to begin a series against the Texas Rangers in Arlington, but the game has been canceled.

"It is with great sorrow that we report Tyler Skaggs passed away earlier today in Texas," the Angels said in a statement.

"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.

"There are no other details at this time, please keep Tyler's family in your thoughts and prayers."

Skaggs, 27, attended Santa Monica High School. He had been one of the Angels' most reliable pitchers this season, going 7-7 with an ERA of 4.29 in 79 2/3 innings.

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