Miguel "Sugar" Santos is a talented young pitcher from the Dominican Republic, dreaming of a better life for himself and his family. He catches the eye of a scout from a Major League Baseball (MLB) team and gets a chance to attend a training camp in the United States. His journey takes him to a small town in Iowa, where he must adapt to a new culture and language while navigating the pressures of professional sports. Living with a host family and playing for a local minor league team, Sugar struggles with the isolation of being away from home and the challenge of meeting high expectations.

As Sugar adjusts to his new environment, he forms relationships with teammates and locals, who help him navigate the complexities of life in America. Despite brief moments of success on the field, the relentless demands of the sport and homesickness take a toll on him. The weight of his aspirations becomes increasingly burdensome, pushing him to confront his own identity and desires. Ultimately, Sugar must make difficult choices about his future, as he weighs the sacrifices he's made against the uncertain promise of achieving his dreams.