Davis on Mexico roster?

Left fielder Khris Davis hopes to play in the World Baseball Classic next spring for Mexico, the native country of his mother Sonia.

Davis, who leads the A’s with 16 homers, said competing on the international stage would be a wonderful tribute to his grandparents, adding, “For them to see me represent their country I think would be a dream come true.”

Davis said he spoke briefly with Dodgers first baseman Adrian Gonzalez, who played for Mexico in the WBC qualifier in March and is the brother of Edgar Gonzalez, Mexico’s manager. Davis didn’t play in the qualifier, wanting to participate in a full spring training with his new team.

He was traded Feb. 12 from the Brewers to the A’s.

“It’s a great opportunity for fans to follow something different,” Davis said. “It’s a different kind of tournament, a different kind of culture, and it’s great for baseball.”

Davis’ father is longtime scout Rodney Davis.

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