I find it strange that not one of his teammates knew. Not one said anything. I wonder if they will now...
The Angels really have to pull that 45 patch off their uniforms
I find it strange that not one of his teammates knew. Not one said anything. I wonder if they will now...
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You know, when Josn Hamilton played for the Texas Rangers Baseball team (he had some majorly productive years with the Rangers), his addiction problem was well known so the team employed a full time addiction guide/counselor for him, which was a smart move. They felt he had immeasurable natural baseball talent and deserved a second chance.
He was quite popular until he signed with the LAAngels and left with fans thinking he let his inner jerk out of his locker.
While he was with the LAAngels, he did not have a similar control set up there (no addiction counselor), his wife and children stayed in Texas and the temptations were too great for him...the City of Angels can be a dangerous place for the weak.
He continued to use and destroyed his playing skill, ending his career.
A sad story for those who appreciate athletic grace and talent.
But he is the lucky one ... he is alive.
This young pitcher, Tyler Skaggs, was not so lucky.
Hopefully his family can learn the truth.
Hopefully someone on the team will speak up, name the dealer or supplier or even the enabler...whether part of the Angels organization or not.
Maybe the next professional athlete who is a substance abuser will be luckier than this young pitcher, Tyler Skaggs.
May God Bless His Soul
So sad, so young, so wrong