The team was based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, and played its games at Cairns Field.

The team was founded as the Saskatoon Riot, a charter member of the North Central League in 1994.

[1] In 1995, the team moved to the new Prairie League, joining the Regina Cyclones, Moose Jaw Diamond Dogs, and Brandon Grey Owls in the Canadian Division.

[2] In 1996, the team was sold to new ownership and changed its name to the Saskatoon Smokin' Guns, selected through a fan contest.

One year later, he moved the team to the Saskatoon Senior Baseball League (SSBL).