AceShowbiz - "9-1-1" season 8's mid-season finale "Wannabes" left viewers with a gripping question: will Eddie Diaz (Ryan Guzman) leave the 118 firehouse? Eddie's storyline this season has centered around his struggle with his son Christopher's move to Texas.

After introspection and a pep talk with Brad, Eddie is determined to make amends and reconnect with Christopher. He explores house options in El Paso, much to the surprise of his colleague Buck. However, Christopher's contentment in Texas poses a dilemma for Eddie.

Showrunner Tim Minear teased Eddie's relocation as a serious possibility, stating that it's "always to move every character's story down the field a little bit." However, he remained tight-lipped about the character's ultimate decision.

Minear also hinted that Eddie's potential departure wouldn't occur until later in season 8. He described the upcoming episodes as "the most intense audiences have seen," representing a "quiet before the storm."

"I'm gonna blow the factory the f**k up," Minear said, hinting at major developments.

The mid-season finale served as a brief respite before the action intensifies. "9-1-1" season 8 returns from its mid-season break with episode 9, airing on ABC on Thursday, March 6, 2025. Fans will have to wait to see if Eddie's fate lies in Los Angeles or El Paso.