Glass always half full with Phil Mickelson

Renowned for his short-game prowess, Phil Mickelson sometimes does his best scoring with his biting perspective and cunning wit.

Consider how he celebrated his 45th birthday Tuesday, not by blowing out candles but throwing cold water on the whispers and insinuations that he’s no longer a force on the pro scene.

“There’s no reason why I couldn’t play at a high level for a while. Each day, I feel like I’m getting better,” Mickelson said.