The night shift at Firehouse 51 got very personal for one paramedic when a face from the past walked through the doors. The February 26, 2025 episode of the NBC drama, titled “Bar Time,” delivered high-stakes medical calls and emotional confrontations. Viewers met a brand new character connected to Lyla Novak and saw the continued struggles of Sam Carver. Here is a complete look at the cast and characters who brought Chicago Fire Season 13 Episode 14 to life .
Greg Finley Joins the Firehouse as Scott “Oz” Osbourne
The biggest casting news of the episode was the introduction of Greg Finley as Scott Osbourne, also known as Oz. Finley is known to longtime TV fans for his role as Jack Pappas on the ABC Family teen drama The Secret Life of the American Teenager . In this episode, he played a military medic who joins Ambulance 61 for a ride-along to gain civilian field experience.
Oz’s arrival created immediate tension because he shares a history with Paramedic Lyla Novak. Viewers learned that the two were once engaged, but Novak ended the relationship by leaving the engagement ring behind without any explanation. Throughout the night, the pair worked through their awkward reunion while saving lives. By the end of the shift, they made peace, and Oz revealed he is engaged again, hoping this time it lasts .
The Main Cast of Firehouse 51 in Episode 14
While the guest star brought fresh drama, the core ensemble continued their powerful storylines. Here are the main cast members who appeared in “Bar Time.”
Taylor Kinney as Kelly Severide
Taylor Kinney returned as Lieutenant Kelly Severide. However, he was absent for most of this particular episode, which frustrated some viewers. His storyline this season involves moving forward with the adoption process with his wife, Stella Kidd .
Miranda Rae Mayo as Stella Kidd
Miranda Rae Mayo played Lieutenant Stella Kidd. She served as a key support system for Carver in this episode. When Carver admitted he was struggling, Kidd assured him that his spot at the firehouse would be waiting for him when he returned from taking time off .
Jocelyn Hudon as Lyla Novak
Jocelyn Hudon took center stage as Lyla Novak. Her character was forced to confront her past when Oz showed up. Hudon portrayed Novak’s discomfort and eventual vulnerability as she apologized for how she ended things years ago. This episode added significant depth to her character .
Hanako Greensmith as Violet Mikami
Hanako Greensmith played Paramedic Violet Mikami. Violet spent much of the episode worried about Carver. She caught him lying about attending AA meetings and confronted him. Her suspicions led to a heated argument, pushing Carver to finally admit he needed professional help .
Jake Lockett as Sam Carver
Jake Lockett delivered a heavy performance as Sam Carver. His character hit a low point after Violet discovered he had been working extra shifts instead of going to meetings. After a DUI accident where alcohol was present, Violet accused him of relapsing. This led Carver to confess and decide to enter rehab .
David Eigenberg as Christopher Herrmann
David Eigenberg returned as Christopher Herrmann. With Chief Pascal assigned to a protest, Herrmann was left to handle the mountain of paperwork and chief duties. He struggled and felt overwhelmed, but his fellow firefighters helped him get through the shift .
Joe Minoso as Joe Cruz
Joe Minoso played Joe Cruz. Cruz was back on the job after his suspension. He had a running gag throughout the episode where he kept forgetting his heavy wallet, a gift from his son Javi. Cruz was also the first to respond when a shooting victim was dumped outside the firehouse .
Christian Stolte as Randy “Mouch” McHolland
Christian Stolte appeared as Mouch. He had returned to work after taking time off to care for his wife, Trudy. He provided comic relief by teasing Herrmann about the paperwork struggle .
Daniel Kyri as Darren Ritter
Daniel Kyri played Darren Ritter. He showed compassion for Carver, helping him clean the firehouse when Carver admitted he needed to stay busy to avoid drinking .
Dermot Mulroney as Chief Dom Pascal
Dermot Mulroney is Chief Dom Pascal. In this episode, he was away from the house dealing with a hotel protest, leaving Herrmann in charge. His character continues to show behavior that suggests future drama.
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Michael Bradway as Jack Damon
Michael Bradway appeared as Jack Damon, also known as “Baby Severide.” He was the one who called 911 for a woman collapsing at Molly’s bar, which led to a critical save by the paramedics .
Where to Watch the Episode
Chicago Fire Season 13 Episode 14 aired on NBC on February 26, 2025. For those who missed it, the episode is available for streaming on Peacock the day after it airs. New episodes of Chicago Fire typically air on Wednesdays at 9/8c .
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