"Josh Hamilton, entering the final year of a two-year, $24 million deal he signed before last season, said he'd like to get a deal done with the Texas Rangers on a contract extension before the season starts.

Hamilton, the 2010 American League MVP, said he wouldn't be upset if he doesn't reach an agreement before the season starts and that he's not looking to leave Texas -- as long as he receives a fair offer from the club.

"Obviously I love it here," Hamilton said Tuesday before speaking to a group of kids at a free hitting exhibition. "It always comes down to being treated fairly. I've been this way since I signed out of high school. Treat me fair and don't come in with no ridiculously low stuff.""