Brian Matusz passed away at age 37 following a suspected drug overdose, with his history of substance abuse investigated following his death, which police are not treating as suspicious.
The former Orioles pitcher was found unresponsive by his mother, who had previously taken him to the emergency room. He was advised to seek mental health treatment, but tragedy struck days later.
The Baltimore Orioles shared heartfelt condolences, reflecting on Matusz's time as a beloved teammate and community figure, noting his joyful spirit and engagement with fans.
Matusz's former teammate, Matt Hobgood, recalled that Matusz reached out to him after he was drafted, highlighting the kindness and supportive nature he showed to others.
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