Lou Brock throws 1st pitch for Cardinals

Six months after his left leg was amputated below the knee, Hall of Famer Lou Brock threw the ceremonial first pitch Monday afternoon before the Cardinals’ home opener against Milwaukee.

Brock’s leg was amputated because of an infection caused by complications from diabetes.

Wearing a prosthesis, Brock threw a strike to former St. Louis catcher Ted Simmons, a former teammate.

The Braves also put reliever Dan Winkler on the 15-day disabled list with a fractured right elbow and right-hander Jose Ramirez was designated for assignment.

The Cubs transferred Kyle Schwarber to the 60-day DL from the 15-day DL because of a season-ending knee injury and acquired left-handed pitcher Giovanni Soto from Cleveland for cash.