Former MLB pitcher Brian Matusz died tragically at the age of 37.
Matusz's team, the Baltimore Orioles, announced the heartbreaking news late Tuesday night … but a cause of death was not revealed.
Our hearts are heavy tonight as we mourn the passing of former Oriole Brian Matusz.
Brian was a fixture in our clubhouse from 2009 to 2016 and was beloved throughout Birdland. His passion for baseball and our community was unmatched. He dedicated his time to connecting with every fan he… pic.twitter.com/wNN3WkO8l4
– Baltimore Orioles (@Orioles) January 8, 2025
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“Brian’s family and loved ones are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time,” the team wrote.
Matusz – a former first-round pick – got his start in the big leagues in 2009… but his first significant action came in 2010, when he pitched 175.2 innings for the Orioles.
Brian Matusz MLB debut video because we all need it pic.twitter.com/LvgWRrETUI
– Orioles Kangaroo (@ForeverOrioles) January 8, 2025
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Matusz played on The Show for a total of eight years… compiling a record of 27-41 with a 4.92 ERA and 462 strikeouts.
The University of San Diego – where Matusz played college baseball – remembered him as one of its “best players to ever be allowed to wear a torero uniform after his death.
“His commitment to the USD community and passion for the game of baseball were evident to everyone who knew him,” said head coach Brock Ungricht said. “Brian's unexpected death leaves a hole in our hearts, but his legacy will continue to inspire us, both on and off the field. We will forever be grateful for his friendship and unwavering support of baseball in San Diego. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.”
REST IN PEACE.