DHS says detained Padres coach could face removal from U.S
Chron.com • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 2:18 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Oswaldo Pirela, a minor-league coach with the San Diego Padres, was detained by ICE agents at El Paso International Airport on August 19. The Department of Homeland Security indicated that he could face removal from the United States. The circumstances surrounding his detention have raised significant attention within the baseball community. Further developments regarding Pirela's legal situation are expected as the case unfolds.
- •Oswaldo Pirela detained by ICE at El Paso airport.
- •DHS suggests he might face removal from the U.S.
- •Incident occurred on August 19.
- •Details of the detention have not been publicly clarified.
- •The Padres organization is monitoring the situation.
- 2:18 PMChron.com — DHS taunts detained Padres coach in fiery social media post - Chron
"The Department of Homeland Security says Oswaldo Pirela could face removal from the United States.
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