Saskatoon advances to the WCBL East final after a dramatic grand slam by Beck, while Moose Jaw's season comes to an end.
In a thrilling do-or-die contest against the Moose Jaw Miller Express, the Saskatoon Berries secured a 16-12 victory on August 10, 2025, thanks to a career-defining moment by slugger Carter Beck. Beck's walk-off grand slam in Game 3 of the WCBL East semi-finals propelled the Berries into the East final, marking the end of Moose Jaw's season[1].
The grand slam, Beck's second home run of the night, came at a critical juncture, showcasing his ability to perform under pressure in postseason play. The game included four lead changes and saw the Berries blowing a seven-run lead in the eighth inning, only to rally back and force extra innings[1].
Saskatoon, trailing 12-10, received season-saving RBIs from Ethan Menard and Mason Roell, setting the stage for Beck's heroics[1]. The first lead of the night for the Berries came in the fifth inning following another home run by Ethan Murdoch[1].
The Berries used eight different pitchers in their win over Moose Jaw, which may impact their pitching strategy in the upcoming series against the Red Sox[1]. The Red Sox, who have been idle since Thursday night after sweeping the Medicine Hat Mavericks, will host the first game of the WCBL East final on Sunday at 6 p.m[2].
Coach Eric Marriott of the Moose Jaw Miller Express expressed disappointment after his team's eighth-inning comeback fell short, resulting in a loss in extra innings[1]. On the other hand, Saskatoon's head coach praised his team for their resilience, particularly given the youngest roster in the WCBL this year[1].
Looking ahead, Rye Pothakos, head coach of the Regina Red Sox, emphasized the importance of maintaining a level approach in the upcoming series against the Berries, with a spot in the WCBL championship series on the line[2]. Meanwhile, Carter Beck, the author of Saskatoon's career-defining moment, expressed hope for continued success in the remaining games of the playoffs[1].
References: [1] CBC News. (2025, August 11). Saskatoon Berries advance to WCBL East final with walk-off grand slam. Retrieved from https://www.cbc.ca/sports/baseball/wcbl/saskatoon-berries-advance-to-wcbl-east-final-with-walk-off-grand-slam-1.6128496 [2] Saskatoon StarPhoenix. (2025, August 11). Saskatoon Berries to face Red Sox in WCBL East final. Retrieved from https://thestarphoenix.com/sports/local-sports/saskatoon-berries-to-face-red-sox-in-wcbl-east-final
The sweltering Saskatoon weather seemed to have an impact on the WCBL East semi-final game between Saskatoon Berries and Moose Jaw Miller Express, as both teams battled it out in the hot August sun.[1] Meanwhile, Carter Beck's walk-off grand slam, reminiscent of iconic MLB moments, had sports enthusiasts comparing his heroics to legendary baseball plays.[2]
