DAVOS, Switzerland — What do Derek Jeter and John Kasich have in common?

At least two things, actually. Both are in Davos, Switzerland, for the World Economic Forum this week and both believe in climate change — usually a political hot potato.

“I was in New York for Hurricane Sandy,” the New York Yankees shortstop told The Dispatch yesterday. “It’s just something that’s gotten so much attention. Regardless of how you feel about it, it’s something that needs to be addressed because we’re seeing more and more natural disasters each year, it seems like. Something has to be causing it.”

Kasich acknowledged his belief in climate change last year — an acknowledgement that raised some eyebrows because that stance is not in line with many conservative Republicans’ beliefs.

But Jeter, captain of one of the most recognizable and successful sports franchises in the world, said he doesn’t try to interject himself into politics.

“I know my place,” said Jeter, who played parts of two seasons with the triple-A Columbus Clippers when they were part of the Yankees organization.

Jeter, a guest of his sponsor Pepsi this week, is among the A-list stars outside of politics and business to descend upon Davos. Actress Charlize Theron is here; others are sure to arrive.

Jeter said “it’s an honor” to attend the forum, calling it “the biggest business conference in the world” and an opportunity “I jumped at” when Pepsi invited him.

One quick baseball note: Jeter said his broken left ankle, suffered during last year’s playoffs, is “fine” and “getting better.” He was recently cleared to resume baseball activities.