Overview

• The Florida Panthers canceled their public championship ring ceremony due to the approaching Hurricane Milton.
• The ceremony was intended to be a public event with donations benefiting various charities but will now be held privately.
• Hurricane Milton is intensifying and could become a major hurricane, prompting a state of emergency in 51 Florida counties.
• Governor Ron DeSantis warned of potential major disasters as the state prepares for the hurricane's impact.
• Despite the cancellation, the Panthers' season opener against the Boston Bruins is still planned to proceed on Tuesday.