Not to burst Kinney’s bubble, but there is breaking news about the fate of a very important character to the series: firefighter Joe Cruz, played by Joe Miñoso. Is Joe Miñoso leaving Chicago Fire? Who did Joe Miñoso play on Chicago Fire? Elizabeth Morris/NBC/courtesy Everett CollectionMiñoso plays Joe Cruz, a character who has been on the show since the very first season. Peacock Premium costs $10.99/month, while Premium Plus costs $16.99/month.