Tejada denied knowledge of an ex-teammate's use of performance-enhancing drugs. Officials say Tejada bought what he believed to be human growth hormone from the player. He was not under oath when he made the claim.
Court documents indicate that a plea agreement has been reached with the 2002 American League Most Valuable Player.
The papers were filed a day after superstar Alex Rodriguez acknowledged past use of performance-enhancing drugs.
Tejada faces as much as a year in jail, but under federal guidelines, he would probably receive a lighter sentence.
After today's court appearance, he'll fly back to Houston for a news conference with the team.
