Montana’s Brier champion Matt Dunstone announced his withdrawal from the inaugural Rock League alongside teammates Colton Lott and E.J. Harnden. Olympic gold medalist Tyler Tardi also declined participation.
The team elected to prioritize recovery before the upcoming World Men’s Curling Championship in Ogden, Utah. Harnden specifically noted family obligations as a factor.
The Curling Group confirmed high-profile replacements will join the roster starting April 6 in Toronto. Canada’s Mike McEwen, Switzerland’s Benoit Schwarz-van Berkel, Italy’s Amos Mosaner, and American Colin Hufman were named substitutes.