Testimony About Eric Kay's Drug Use Before Tyler Skaggs’ Death
On November 4, during the wrongful death trial involving the Los Angeles Angels, a former ballpark attendant testified that Eric Kay, the team's communications staffer, was widely known in the clubhouse as a drug addict.
Kris Constanti recounted hearing Kay admit to being under the influence of Norco at the ballpark, hiring sex workers during spring training, and seemingly snorting drugs in a team kitchen shortly before Angels owner Arte Moreno entered the area.
Details of the Testimony
- Kay reportedly admitted to drug use while on team property.
- He was said to have connections to illicit activities involving sex workers and drug consumption.
- Constanti acknowledged never seeing Kay actually take drugs.
- He did not formally report his suspicions to Angels management.
Defense and Denials
The Angels’ attorney portrayed Constanti as a disgruntled ex-employee upset about being fired after more than ten years with the team.
Other Angels staff who worked closely with Kay denied any knowledge of his opioid addiction or of him supplying illegal pills to players, including Tyler Skaggs.
Allegations by Skaggs Family and Kay’s Ex-Wife
Attorneys for Tyler Skaggs’ family and Kay’s former wife claim that team officials were well aware of Kay’s illegal drug use and his involvement with Skaggs prior to the pitcher’s death in 2019.
Summary
The testimony presents conflicting narratives about Eric Kay’s drug addiction and the Angels’ knowledge of it before Tyler Skaggs’ fatal overdose.
Author’s Summary
This testimony highlights serious allegations regarding drug use within the Angels organization and questions about the team's awareness prior to a tragic incident involving Tyler Skaggs.