Past President’s Comments

Val Lewis-(1984-1990) 
Congratulations to all 2024 SMSBL Hall-of-fame inductees! You have been voted in to a wonderful fraternity of great guys and baseball players. We are honored to welcome you to be part of a great tradition. 

Jerry Karnow-(1991-2002)
Congratulations to our new 2024 Sacramento MSBL Hall of Fame inductees. You can be very proud joining this highly esteemed class of Hall of Famers. Also, many thanks to all who have supported these deserving men. Again, welcome to all of our member inducted into this years Hall of Fame. 

Jim Lortz-(2004-2008)
It was an honor and a privilege for me to have been your President for four years. Now as a member of the SMSBL Hall of Fame, I would suggest that each and everyone of you strive for that honor. As for those being inducted, you are as special to this Club as the honors bestowed to you on this special occasion. To the new Hall of Fame inductees, welcome to the Club! It is now our responsibility to maintain and improve The Hall of Fame membership through your input, sponsorship and support. Congratulations! 

Lanny Ropke (2008-2009)
Tonight we come to celebrate our League, visit with old friends, and most of all, to honor our 2024 inductees who have helped make the Sacramento Men’s Senior Baseball League the best in the country. In our Board-room is a quality brass plaque with all inductees names proudly displayed. Congratulations to all of you whose names will be added tonight to that elite group.

Jim Tygrett-DeNuzzi-(2009-2013, 2014-2015)
Congratulations to the SMSBL Hall of Fame class of 2024. Each of you represent not only a group of quality ball players but are also recognized for your contributions to the SMSBL and your commitment to our community.   I am honored to share your induction into our Hall of Fame and to celebrate with you and your families.