The Saskatchewan (1-1) beat the Nova Scotia (0-2) 5-2 in seven innings on Saturday at Amede Roy behind Geordie McDougall, who went 2-3.

The Nova Scotia's lineup had no answer for Jared Libke. The Nova Scotia managed just one hit off of the the Saskatchewan's pitcher, who allowed no earned runs, walked three and struck out eight during his 6 2/3 innings of work.

Christian Smith ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his first loss of the year. He lasted just five innings, walked five, struck out four, and allowed four runs.