Expert Witness Services

Expert Witness.
3x MLB Executive of the Year.
Boston Red Sox Hall of Fame.

Four decades of front-office leadership as General Manager of the Montreal Expos, Boston Red Sox, and Baltimore Orioles. Recognized expertise in MLB player compensation and contract valuation — now available as a highly credible expert witness for complex sports litigation.

Areas of Expertise

  • Player Contract Valuation Methodology — Recognized expert in the analytical frameworks and methodology used to value MLB player contracts, career trajectory, and market worth
  • Player Valuation & Lost Earnings — Career trajectory, market value, contract analysis, and economic impact of injury or death
  • Salary Arbitration — Direct oversight of hundreds of arbitration settlements for three MLB organizations; sustained record of team success at trial
  • Wrongful Death & Wrongful Injury — MLB-specific damages, residual value of playing careers, and team liability standards
  • Injury Liability & Stadium Negligence — Facility safety, playing conditions, and organizational duty of care
  • Medical Recovery & Rehabilitation — Impact of surgery, rehab protocols, and return-to-play decisions on career outcomes
  • Contracts, Suspensions & Playing Time — Lost wages, pension effects, and disciplinary decisions under MLB rules
  • Supplements, Performance Substances & Team Responsibility — Historical context of banned substances and organizational knowledge/standards

Case Experience

Led by Dan, Duquette Consulting provides operational expertise, sound economic analysis and compelling testimony grounded in decades of international operational leadership.

2025
 Tyler Skaggs v. Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim

Wrongful death claim arising from the 2019 overdose death of Angels pitcher Tyler Skaggs. Expert analysis of player value, career trajectory, and damages.

(Settlement)

2022
 Dustin Fowler v. Chicago White Sox, Illinois Sports Facilities Authority, MLB.com & Comcast 

Injury liability and negligence claim stemming from a career-altering knee injury at Guaranteed Rate Field during Fowler’s MLB debut.

(Settlement)

2017
Nolan Reimold (Baltimore Orioles) v. Medical Provider

Liability claim concerning post-surgical recovery and rehabilitation following surgery and its effect on the player’s career.

(Settlement)

2008
 Carl Everett v. MLB & Boston Red Sox

Claim involving playing-time suspension, lost wages, and pension impact arising from disciplinary actions during player’s tenure with the Red Sox.

(Settlement)

2003
Steve Bechler v. Baltimore Orioles & Nutraquest (Ephedra manufacturer)

Wrongful death / product liability matter involving ephedra. Nutraquest attempted to bring the Orioles in as a third-party defendant (unsuccessful). Case contributed to the FDA’s decision to ban ephedra.

(Settlement)

All Matters Resolved via Settlement

Credentials & Distinction

Three-Time MLB Executive of the Year

Sporting News (1992, 2014), BBWAA (1995, 2014), Baseball America (2014)

Boston Red Sox Hall of Fame

Inducted 2022 for foundational contributions to the 2004 World Series championship team

General Manager

Three Franchises
Montreal Expos • Boston Red Sox • Baltimore Orioles (playoff teams in all three organizations)

Expertise in Player Compensation & Contract Valuation Methodology

Recognized authority on the analytical frameworks used to value player compensation and contracts, career earnings, and assess economic impact across a full MLB career

Salary Arbitration Oversight

Directed oversight of hundreds of salary arbitration settlements across three MLB organizations, with a track record of team success in the majority of cases.

Player Development

Lifelong expert in data driven player development and building global brands.

Why Choose Duquette Consulting?

  • Authentic, high-level MLB operational experience that jurors and judges recognize as authoritative

  • Recognized expertise in MLB player contract valuation methodology, applicable to lost-earnings and damages analysis

  • Direct oversight and experience for hundreds of salary arbitration settlements across three MLB organizations, including success in trial cases

  • Proven ability to translate complex front-office decision-making into clear, persuasive testimony
  • Deep knowledge of player contracts, arbitration, free agency, and economic valuation across eras
  • Track record of successful settlements in high-profile MLB-related litigation
  • Available for case consultation, expert reports, deposition, and trial testimony

  • Independent, authentic, credible voice

Engage Dan as Your Expert

For availability, conflict checks, rate information, or to discuss a specific matter, contact Duquette Consulting today. Early engagement ensures the strongest possible expert foundation for your case.

Dan Duquette
Principal & Founder

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