Nolan Ryan has released a statement regarding his future with the Rangers, saying only that discussions with ownership will continue going forward.

"Over the last week, Ray Davis, Bob Simpson and I have been in discussion and met in person," Ryan said. "The conversations have been productive and we have discussed my role as CEO of the organization. We agreed these discussions will continue as we go forward.

"I am very proud of what the Rangers have accomplished over the last several years and I believe our preparations for the upcoming season are what is important."

Uncertainty about Ryan's future first emerged on March 1 after the club announced promotions for general manager Jon Daniels and COO Rick George, who is now president of business operations.