Numerous blowout games. A 6-2 team missing the playoff cut. No tiebreakers.
The 18-team format at the Brier has had its share of critics even though six strong teams made it to the playoff round at Prospera Place in Kelowna, B.C.
Six-time Brier champion Brad Gushue went one step further after round-robin play concluded by suggesting that relegation — a much-criticized qualification round that was only used for a few years — be considered again.
“I think it would be worth a discussion,” Gushue said. “I’m not advocating for it but I think that’s the best option that’s been shared with me that gets us back to that full round-robin that I used to love playing and I think the fans (loved).
“It gets the best teams there. It’s worth…