Jan 21, 2009 10:34 AM EST

The Rangers are getting close to a deal with free-agent shortstop Omar Vizquel, according to a major league source.

Vizquel, who will turn 42 in April, could be a utility player for Texas.

He played in 92 games for the Giants last season and batted .222 with no homers and 23 RBIs.

Via Dallas Morning News