According to FOX Sports' Jon Morosi, the Rangers have checked in with the Brewers about Norichika Aoki. Texas has also been expressing interest in Brewers starter Yovani Gallardo. Aoki is less likely to be moved because of his team-friendly contract, but an attractive offer can always sway a front office. The 31-year-old from Japan has hit .292/.359/.411 with 14 home runs and 40 stolen bases in his first 235 major league games. He's making $1.25 million this year and carries a $1.5 million club option for the 2014 season.