John Evenson

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Tampa Bay (CBS12 News) — The Florida Panthers clinched the 'Battle of Florida' on Wednesday night with a 6-3 Game 5 win in Tampa Bay. The victory means the Panthers win the series 4-1, moving onto the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Cats will now take on either the Toronto Maple Leafs or Ottawa Senators for a trip to the Eastern Conference Finals, and a chance to win back to back Stanley Cup Championships.

1 month ago | cbs12.com | John Evenson

AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP News) — Jupiter resident Rory McIlroy stayed strong in a playoff on Sunday at the Masters and held on to win his first ever Masters Tournament. McIlroy lost the lead on his second nine, and then missed the winning putt on 18, delaying the glory of victory for one more hole. But he shot one better than Justin Rose on their sudden death playoff hole, entering the history books with tears steaming down his face.

1 month ago | cbs12.com | John Evenson

AUGUSTA, GA (CBS12 News) — Jupiter Native and Former Dwyer High School star Daniel Berger is playing at the Masters for the first time since 2022. It’s yet another feel good accomplishment after sitting out 18 months with a debilitating back injury Berger is back among the Top 50 ranked players in the world, and ready to try to cease this opportunity to win a Major. "I think any time you're here you've got to be grateful," says Berger.

1 month ago | cbs12.com | John Evenson

TOPICS:Scottie SchefflerMasters ChampionAugusta NationalChampions DinnerMenuHand injuryGolfPreparation2024 Masters champion Scottie Scheffler is hosting his second career Champions Dinner in the clubhouse of Augusta National Golf Club on Wednesday. Scheffler was excited about the menu that he created as he played his Wednesday practice round. The menu includes cheeseburger sliders, and something he’s calling Papa Scheff’s Meatball & Ravioli Bites.

1 month ago | cbs12.com | John Evenson

AUGUSTA, GA (CBS12 News) — Florida Gators alumni Billy Horschel was beaming with pride as he teed off his Masters practice round on Tuesday morning. There would be no better way to celebrate the Gators winning the National Championship on Monday night, than to win the Masters on the same week. "I've been a Gator fan my entire life," says Horschel. "And it's awesome that I hear so many, go, Gators and, congrats on the national championship. Obviously stayed up and watched the game.