Former Baltimore Orioles left-hander Brian Matusz dies at 37, no cause of death announced Brian Matusz, the left-handed pitcher who spent eight seasons in the major leagues, mostly with the Baltimore Orioles as they returned to prominence a decade ago, has died.
The Orioles and the University of San Diego announced Matusz’s death Tuesday night, with USD saying it received word from Matusz’s family.
“Our hearts are heavy tonight as we mourn the passing of former Oriole Brian Matusz,” the Orioles said.
The Orioles drafted Matusz with the fourth overall pick in 2008 out of San Diego.
“Brian was one of the best players to ever wear a Torero uniform,” San Diego coach Brock Ungricht said.
