BASEBALL DAILY REPORT : Davis a No-Show, But That’s Expected

Designated hitter Chili Davis was the only no-show for the Angels’ first full-squad workout in Tempe, Ariz., Tuesday, not exactly earth-shattering news. “I think he has missed the first day of camp for the last five years,” Manager Marcel Lachemann said.

General Manager Bill Bavasi said Davis, who lives in nearby Scottsdale, was tending to personal business and will arrive Friday or Saturday, well before Tuesday’s mandatory reporting date.

“He’s our Pedro Guerrero,” Bavasi said, alluding to the former Dodger infielder who was notoriously late for spring training. “I think he had visa problems coming in from Scottsdale.”

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The Angels made their initial contract offer to first baseman J.T. Snow, proposing a three-year deal, believed to be in the $5-million range, with an option for a fourth year.

The Angels have also begun negotiations with left fielder Garret Anderson, with discussions centering on a possible five-year deal, with an option for a sixth year.