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Tragic Loss: Ex-Orioles Pitcher Brian Matusz Dies at 37

1/14/2025

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Former Orioles pitcher Brian Matusz, just 37, tragically passed away from a suspected drug overdose on January 6 in Arizona. Discovered unresponsive by his mother, drug paraphernalia was found nearby. Despite being clean for eight months, Matusz battled personal demons and sought mental health support, highlighting the profound struggles faced by athletes after their careers end.

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Former Orioles pitcher Brian Matusz, just 37, tragically passed away from a suspected drug overdose on January 6 in Arizona. Discovered unresponsive by his mother, drug paraphernalia was found nearby. Despite being clean for eight months, Matusz battled personal demons and sought mental health support, highlighting the profound struggles faced by athletes after their careers end.