The semi-finals saw Gushue knock out another Ontario rink , the defending champion Brad Jacobs foursome , with a 5 - 3 score .
Howard downed Jean - Michel Menard of Quebec City 7 - 2 .
The semi-finals saw Gushue knock out another Ontario rink , the defending champion Brad Jacobs foursome , with a 5 - 3 score , while Howard downed Jean - Michel Menard of Quebec City 7 - 2 .