Lopez tied for second at the U.S. Women’s Open in 1975, 1977, 1989, and 1997. She also tied for second at the du Maurier Classic in 1979, 1981, and 1996 and finished tied for third at the ANA Inspiration event in 1995. Lopez was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 1987. She received many awards and accolades including being the LPGA Tour Rookie of the Year in 1978 and the LPGA Tour Player of the Year in 1978, 1979, 1985, and 1988. Lopez was named Associated Press Female Athlete of the Year in 1978 and 1985. She was previously married to professional baseball player Ray Knight.