Nobody can accept a tragedy. On Tuesday, Los Angeles Angels’ three-time MVP Mike Trout testified in the $118 million wrongful death trial over his late teammate and close friend, Tyler Skaggs.

Trout shared a heartfelt story of friendship and concern. He told the jury he had warned former Angels communications director Eric Kay about his alleged drug use long before Skaggs died from a fentanyl-laced pill in 2019. “You have two boys at home and you have to get this right,” Trout said. His voice was serious and steady.

The trial, filed by Skaggs’ widow, Carli, and his parents, seeks $118 million, claiming the Angels knew or should have known Kay was supplying drugs to players. The family argues the team ignored obvious warning signs and allowed Kay to remain around players despite serious r

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