Padres minor league catching coordinator detained by ICE in Texas
San Diego Padres minor league catching coordinator Oswaldo Pirela was detained by immigration officers at El Paso International Airport, the team said it is seeking more details.
San Diego Padres minor league catching coordinator Oswaldo Pirela was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement at El Paso International Airport early Sunday, according to reports from ESPN and CBS Sports. The club said it was trying to learn more about what happened.
CBS Sports reported that the team said it was working to gather additional information about Pirela’s detention. ESPN identified him as the Padres’ minor league catching coordinator.
Pirela’s detention comes as ICE continues enforcement activity at airports and other travel hubs. The Padres have not publicly provided further details about his status.
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