Aurelio Lopez: From Senor Smoke To Municipal President

Aurelio "Senor Smoke" Lopez

Reasons For Mexillence:

1. Pursued a political career to improve socity to the best of his ability.

2. Achieved several noticeable accomplishments as a pitcher in Major League Baseball.

3. Serves as an example for others that consider switching careers in order to improve society.

The birthday of Aurelio Lopez was a few days ago on September 21, 2011. Although he passed away in 1992, Lopez achieved several accomplishments in both the athletic and political arenas.

Lopez As Senor Smoke:

Lopez played for 11 years in Major League Baseball. Lopez was selected for the 1983 MLB All-Star Game and pitched in the 1984 World Series. Lopez earned the nickname of "Senor Smoke" as a result of his 90+ mph pitches and his Mexican heritage. 

Lopez After MLB:

statue of Senor Smoke in his hometown

After retiring from the MLB, Lopez returned to his hometown Tecamachalco, Puebla, Mexico and was elected municipal president, a position similar to city mayor. Instead of negelecting his hometown and remaining in sports, Lopez pursued a political career that would allow him the opportunity to improve society. As a politician, Lopez specifically sought to improve the social conditions in his hometown.

Lopez demonstrates that an individual can select another career for the improvement of society.