MINNEAPOLIS, MN - APRIL 14: Franchy Cordero #16 of the Boston Red Sox celebrates after scoring a run on a wild pitch by Tyler Duffey #21 of the Minnesota Twins in the fifth inning during game two of a doubleheader at Target Field on April 14, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Red Sox defeated the Twins 7-1 in seven innings. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)
Red Sox players who are approaching roster decision status
The Boston Red Sox are now in fish or cut bait status with several players. That expression has drifted over time to now encompass swift decision-making.