Rays' Josh Lowe Shares Emotional Moment With Mother Wendy Before Win Over White Sox

Wendy Lowe’s presence at George M. Steinbrenner Field is a testament to her strength and all she has gone through in the last two years. In the summer of 2023, she was diagnosed with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. 

That August, measures were taken to shrink the tumor and keep her in a stable condition, including surgery and chemotherapy.

She is someone Lowe has described in the past as “super mom” for him and his brother, Nathaniel, who plays first base for the Washington Nationals. From celebrating her boys after big games to providing support and comfort after rough outings, she did it all.  

After her diagnosis, Lowe faced limitations that caused her to miss her sons’ games, including an American League wild-card matchup between the two when the Rays played the Texas Rangers, Nathaniel’s former team, in October 2023. However, she continued to watch and support them whenever she could. 

Last July, she got to attend a game where the Lowe brothers squared off in Texas when Nathaniel was still playing for the Rangers. On Tuesday night’s first pitch, she brought the meaning of “super mom” to another level.

Smiles were shared and embraces were exchanged during an unforgettable moment for the Lowe family and the entire Rays organization that exemplified the beauty of the game.