Brad Gushue’s Farewell Brier: A Gaze at Day Three Action

St. John’s, NL – The 2026 Montana’s Brier continues today with day three action, featuring both Brad Gushue and Nathan Young of Newfoundland and Labrador back on the ice. The event, held at the Mary Brown’s Centre, is particularly poignant as it marks the final Brier appearance for curling legend Brad Gushue.

Gushue Dominates, Young Faces Setback

Brad Gushue’s team delivered a commanding performance on Friday night, securing a 10-2 victory over Nunavut CBC. The win was met with an emotional response from Gushue, who acknowledged the overwhelming support from his hometown crowd. “I actually got a little teary-eyed there when it kept going,” Gushue said, reflecting on the enthusiastic reception. “To see that, and to feel it and hear it, definitely got the jitters going.”

Nathan Young’s team, also representing Newfoundland and Labrador, faced a tougher start, dropping a 7-3 decision to Quebec CBC.

Today’s Matchups

Today’s schedule sees Brad Gushue and his team facing off against Ontario in the 2:30 draw at the Mary Brown’s Centre. Nathan Young will compete against Prince Edward Island in a separate draw Saltwire.

Gushue’s Historic Career and Emotional Farewell

This year’s Brier is particularly significant as it represents the last competitive appearance for Brad Gushue, a six-time Brier champion TSN. His final opening game against Jean-Michel Menard of Quebec on Friday night was a special occasion, drawing a near-capacity crowd and a standing ovation that lasted over a minute Saltwire. Gushue previously won his first Brier Tankard in St. John’s in 2017, a moment he describes as difficult to surpass TSN.

The atmosphere in St. John’s has been described as electric, with fans showing their support through signs, cowbells, and roaring applause Saltwire.