MESA, Ariz. – The Cubs got their first look at Jorge Soler during Friday’s batting practice at Fitch Park, and manager Dale Sveum came away impressed.

“He kind of reminds me of a right-handed Cliff Floyd the way he takes [batting practice],” Sveum said. “He backspins balls pretty good. … The ball comes off his bat like you want a ball to come off a bat if you’re a manager. I’m really, really interested to watch him on the field.”

Sveum said there’s no reason to put him on a fast track to the big leagues. However, Soler, through a translator, said he expects to play with the Cubs next year. Soler, 20, will likely start the season at Single-A Kane County.