Humberto Cruz Self-Deports After Guilty Plea

Humberto Cruz, a 19-year-old pitching prospect for the United States — San Diego, pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge of transporting undocumented immigrants within the United States. He was arrested in October 2025 near Lukeville, Arizona, after Border Patrol agents observed suspicious activity involving his BMW SUV. Cruz admitted to responding to a social media ad offering 'easy money' and expected to be paid $1,000 per person for transporting Mexican nationals who had entered the United States illegally. As part of his plea agreement, which reduced an initial felony charge, Cruz agreed to self-deport to Mexico. He has reportedly lost his work visa for 10 years, with the possibility of reapplying after five years of good behavior. The United States — San Diego placed Humberto Cruz on the restricted list in March, suspending his salary and barring him from team facilities. Humberto Cruz released a statement expressing regret for his 'lapse in judgment' and taking responsibility for his actions.