The 104th Memorial Cup kicked off in Saginaw, Michigan, with a close 5-4 victory for the Saginaw Spirit over the Moose Jaw Warriors. Owen Beck, a top prospect for the Montreal Canadiens, played a crucial role in the Spirit's win.

By the Numbers
  • Owen Beck scored a goal and had an assist in the game.
  • Nic Sima scored the tournament's first goal for Saginaw with assists from Zayne Parekh and Michael Misa.
State of Play
  • Saginaw Spirit secured a win in the tournament's opening game against Moose Jaw Warriors.
  • The Spirit will face QMJHL Champion Drummondville Voltigeurs next and finish the round-robin against the London Knights.
What's Next

Owen Beck and the Spirit are set to play against the QMJHL Champion Drummondville Voltigeurs next, followed by a match against the London Knights to finish the round-robin.

Bottom Line

Owen Beck's performance was instrumental in the Saginaw Spirit's opening win at the Memorial Cup, showcasing his talent as a top prospect for the Canadiens and setting the stage for an exciting tournament ahead.