Regarding the passing of former Baltimore Orioles pitcher Brian Matusz, new information has surfaced.
Matusz, 37, passed away on January 6th, barely over a week ago.
According to Newsweek, his mother discovered him dead at home that day, and Phoenix police believe he most likely overdosed on drugs. Police reported that his mother discovered him dead with drug paraphernalia beside his body, according to Newsweek.
According to the Phoenix police report cited by the Baltimore Banner, Elizabeth Matusz found her son cold to the touch on a couch upstairs after breaking in through a bathroom window.
According to the report, a little square of aluminum foil, a lighter, and a straw were discovered close to his right hand.
In the 2008 MLB Draft, the Orioles selected the left-handed pitcher in the first round, fourth overall. He debuted in the Major Leagues in 2009 and remained with the squad until 2016, as mentioned. To finish his career in the major leagues, he also played for the Chicago Cubs during that season.
With 462 strikeouts and a 4.92 ERA, he recorded a 27-41 record.
When former Oriole Brian Matusz passed away, the Orioles posted on X, “Our hearts are heavy tonight as we mourn his passing.” From 2009 to 2016, Brian was a mainstay in our clubhouse. He was adored by everyone in Birdland and had an unrivaled enthusiasm for baseball and our neighborhood. He was a beloved teammate, usually smiling, and devoted his time to interacting with any fan he could. During this trying time, Brian’s family and loved ones are in our prayers and thoughts. Because of his demeanor off the field and his ability to lure feared Red Sox slugger David Ortiz out on the field, Orioles fans recalled him with fondness on social media.
In a statement, Major League Baseball also described his passing as tragic.