Rangers co-owner Bob Simpson sounds upbeat and positive in his ongoing attempt to assure Nolan Ryan was remaining long-term with the Rangers.

Ryan and Simpson were having dinner at Del Frisco’s in downtown Fort Worth when Simpson returned a phone call.

Asked about what had been a lengthy meeting with Ryan, Simpson said, "it's been positive. We are working through it, and so far the results are positive. I wouldn't say it's been resolved, but hopefully we can get there."