The Texas Rangers and Nippon Ham Fighters of Japan are starting a multiyear agreement this year that will involve baseball and business operations.

Jon Daniels said part of the reason for the agreement is that both franchises are building stadiums. The Rangers plan to advise the Fighters for the stadium in Sapporo, Japan.

Nippon Ham will have a staff member work in the Rangers' system as an instructor during spring training and the regular season.

Texas personnel also will travel to observe operations of the three-time Japan Series champion Fighters, who play in the NPB Pacific League.