Ex-Orioles pitcher Brian Matusz, 2005 Arizona player of the year, was found dead on Jan. 6. A report Tuesday said he likely died from a drug overdose.

Former Orioles left-handed pitcher Brian Matusz likely died from a drug overdose, according to Phoenix police.

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 in Phoenix.

His mother told police that Brian, 37, had a history of drug abuse and recently made comments like “there is nothing left for me.”

Brian Matusz, the former Baltimore Orioles pitcher who died last week at 37, likely died from a drug overdose, according to a Phoenix police report obtained by the 'Baltimore Banner' and 'Baltimore Sun.

Phoenix police Sgt. Phil Krynsky said in a statement to NBC News. "The deceased person found was indeed 37-year-old Brian Matusz." Matusz signed a minor-league contract with the Arizona ...

Former No. 4 overall pick in 2008 Brian Matusz died Jan. 6, likely the result of a drug overdose according to Phoenix police. He was 37.

Former Orioles pitcher Brian Matusz likely died last week of a drug overdose, according to Phoenix police.Matusz, 37, died Jan. 6 at his home in Arizona. His mo

Former Orioles pitcher Brian Matusz likely died of a drug overdose, according to our media partner The Banner, citing a report from the Phoenix Police Department.

The cause of death for former Baltimore Orioles pitcher Brian Matusz has been revealed. Matusz died after a suspected drug overdose, according to a report from The Baltimore Banner.

Former Baltimore Orioles pitcher Brian Matusz died last week from a likely drug overdose, according to a Phoenix Police Department report. He was 37.

Former Baltimore Orioles pitcher Brian Matusz reportedly died from an apparent drug overdose, according to a report.