The Padres option SP Joey Lucchesi to alternate site

OF Josh Naylor optioned as well
Joey Lucchesi
Photo credit AUGUST 01: Starting pitcher Joey Lucchesi #37 of the San Diego Padres throws in the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field on August 01, 2020 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)

The Padres announced on Thursday that they optioned starting pitcher Joey Lucchesi and outfielder Josh Naylor to the the alternate training site at the University of San Diego as the team trimmed the roster down to 28 players.

Featured Image Photo Credit: AUGUST 01: Starting pitcher Joey Lucchesi #37 of the San Diego Padres throws in the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field on August 01, 2020 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)