The Nova Scotia (1-1) built an early edge on Thursday, but the Manitoba (2-0) roared back to steal a 7-3 victory at Parc de lEst .

While the Nova Scotia led until the fourth inning, the Manitoba worked their way back and took the lead on a groundout by Dayton Heino.

Marshal Burgess racked up two RBIs on three hits for the Manitoba. He doubled in the first inning and singled in the third and fourth innings.

Brody Smith picked up the win for the Manitoba. Smith pitched seven innings and allowed two earned runs, four hits and three walks while striking out five.

Logan Dowe racked up two RBIs on one hit for the Nova Scotia. He doubled in the third innings.

Keegan Mackenzie (0-1) was the game's losing pitcher. He lasted just one inning, walked three, struck out none, and allowed three runs.