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Angels' Ex-Communications Head Testifies in Skaggs Death Case

10/17/2025

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Tim Mead, former head of communications for the Los Angeles Angels, testified in the Skaggs death case, saying he searched Eric Kay's desk and found nothing.
Mead described Kay as a good employee who struggled with mental health issues and medication management.
The Skaggs family says Angels failed to enforce drug policies.
Eric Kay, the Angels' communications director, was convicted of providing fentanyl.
The trial seeks $118 million in damages.

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Story summary

Tim Mead, former head of communications for the Los Angeles Angels, testified in the Skaggs death case, saying he searched Eric Kay's desk and found nothing.
Mead described Kay as a good employee who struggled with mental health issues and medication management.
The Skaggs family says Angels failed to enforce drug policies.
Eric Kay, the Angels' communications director, was convicted of providing fentanyl.
The trial seeks $118 million in damages.