What happened to Sam Carver on Chicago Fire? Character’s fate explained

Sam Carver became a key figure on Chicago Fire after his introduction in the Season 11 premiere. He joined Firehouse 51, Truck 81, under Stella Kidd. Carver was immediately headstrong and arrogant, which irritated his new teammates. Several seasons revolved around his arrival and development.

It took time to reveal Carver's complex personality and background. He was a competitive firefighter who attended the Academy with Kidd. Despite initial tensions, he became a valuable member of the 51-member group. The character had to overcome personal demons and reveal the cause of a large, mysterious scar on his arm. His abusive family history and life outside the firehouse were gradually revealed.

Sam Carver’s arrival and initial challenges in Chicago Fire

Carver made his first Chicago Fire appearance in the Season 11 premiere. Chief Wallace Boden recruited him for Truck 81. He chose Carver, despite the firefighter’s reputation for trouble. Carver's tough nature was quickly noticed by Lieutenant Stella Kidd.

Kidd was initially unhappy with Carver's arrival at Firehouse 51. She shared concerns about his attitude with Chief Boden. Boden felt Kidd's leadership might help Carver correct his behavior. It took a while, but Carver and Kidd eventually made progress as coworkers.

There was a big scar on Carver's arm when he joined 51. During Season 11, he lied and said that the scar was from a house fire. Carver didn't tell anyone the truth until he and Kidd were almost killed by an explosion.

The real, heartbreaking story behind the scar was finally told. Carver's scar came from his older brother Nathan when he was nine years old. Nathan pushed him into a fire and then told their parents a lie that he had saved him. When Carver was with his brother, he hurt him emotionally. Nathan later came back and needed Carver's money because a business deal he was working on had failed.

The Developing Romance with Violet Mikami

The relationship between Carver and Violet Mikami began in Season 12. They met when Sylvie Brett tried to get them together for her wedding. At first, Violet didn't want to hang out with him, but eventually she did.

They finally got together after a night at Molly's. Violet tried to keep things light by calling the date a "one-night thing." But they kept meeting privately, which showed that their relationship was getting stronger. Violet was worried that she would care too much about someone whose job was dangerous.

The casual nature of their relationship became impossible to maintain. In the Season 12 finale, Violet accused Carver of having feelings for Kidd. Carver was hurt and strongly refuted her claim. He confessed, "I am stupid enough to have fallen in love with you."

Sam Carver’s Life-Altering Choice

Sam Carver, who played Jake on Chicago Fire, is leaving the show. 
He put in an application for a job at the Denver Fire Department. The season 13 finale confirmed that he was going to move to Denver. The goal of this move is to give him a new start away from Chicago. He is making this choice only for his own health and well-being.

His move is made harder by the fact that he is in love with Violet Mikami again. In the last episode of Season 13, Carver told her he loved her and they kissed. Even though this makes him feel sad, he is still determined to leave Chicago. Based on the show, it looks like his character is planning to leave. Violet is likely to be very upset about his leaving. Producers have given hints that he might still show up in Season 14, but in a smaller role.

The Ramifications of Carver’s Denver Move

Carver's struggle with sobriety is the driving force behind his exit. He thinks that moving to a new city will give him the best chance to stay sober. In the Season 13 finale, he said for sure that he would move to the Denver Fire Department. His love life with Violet makes it hard for him to decide, but his health comes first. The departure of Sam Carver from Chicago Fire will have a big effect on Violet. He might come back for more episodes in Season 14.

Carver's leaving Chicago Fire is a big change for the character. His choice to put his sobriety first by asking to move to the Denver Fire Department shows how much he has grown as a person. His relationship with Violet Mikami gave him emotional support, but his need for a fresh start was stronger than his desire to stay. His character's fate, which he chose to protect himself, leaves the door open for guest appearances in Season 14, which would let the show revisit him. 

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