Todd Matthews

Todd Matthews

Joined: Feb 8, 2024

Todd Matthews ran Sabre Noise and Raising Zona under the pen name Sion Fawkes between 2022 and 2024 before he switched his full focus to the NHL. A lifelong hockey fan, Todd now covers the entire NHL at FanSided as the Lead Editor and he is always happy to write about the league’s current happenings and its history. When he’s not writing about hockey, Todd is often found working out either in the gym or running on trails. He is a fan of symphonic and power metal, and an avid listener of audiobooks, particularly in the fantasy genre, and he can be reached at todd.matthews@fansided.com.

Apr 6, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Red Wings right wing Vladimir Tarasenko (11) and Florida Panthers center Brad Marchand (63) battle for the puck during the second period at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-Imagn Images

Red Wings aren’t ruling out bringing Tarasenko back (seriously)

2019 NHL Draft - Round One

Yzerman’s Red Wings rebuild isn’t fast, but neither was Tampa’s dynasty

Detroit Red Wings v New Jersey Devils

Red Wings are being backed into a corner after Senators and Canadiens rise

Jan 16, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Detroit Red Wings head coach Todd McLellan reacts from the bench against the Florida Panthers during the second period at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Red Wings coach proves he’s human after making a hilarious admission

2023 Upper Deck NHL Draft - Round One

Red Wings drama escalates with Steve Yzerman's latest comments

2022 NHL Draft - Round 2-7

Red Wings fans won’t forgive Steve Yzerman if he keeps these players

Detroit Red Wings v New Jersey Devils

Red Wings stuck in a massive conundrum as offseason looms

Feb 1, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Detroit Red Wings center Joe Veleno (90) in action against the Calgary Flames during the second period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Brett Holmes-Imagn Images

One giant mistake the Red Wings made that will haunt them in the future

Apr 11, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA;Detroit Red Wings left wing J.T. Compher (37) plays the puck during overtime against the Tampa Bay Lighting at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

One Red Wings forward who performed worse than Vladimir Tarasenko

Apr 16, 2025; Newark, New Jersey, USA; Detroit Red Wings goaltender Alex Lyon (34) makes a save against the New Jersey Devils during the second period at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images

It sure sounds like this Red Wings goalie has played his last game in Detroit

Mar 25, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Detroit Red Wings fans react towards goalie Sebastian Cossa (33) before the game against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Red Wings fans won’t forgive the front office if they blow the offseason again

Apr 17, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Detroit Red Wings defenseman Justin Holl (3) scores a goal and celebrates with right wing Vladimir Tarasenko (11) against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

Red Wings are quietly missing one piece that could define their rebuild

Mar 29, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Red Wings left wing Lucas Raymond (23) celebrates with Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin (71) and Detroit Red Wings right wing Alex DeBrincat (93) after scoring a power play goal against the Boston Bruins in the second period at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images

Red Wings captain makes feelings about Steve Yzerman painfully obvious

Mar 24, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Detroit Red Wings left wing Elmer Soderblom (85) celebrates a goal against the Utah Hockey Club during the first period at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

These 3 Red Wings prospects just gave fans a real reason to believe again

2023 Upper Deck NHL Draft - Rounds 2-7

Is the Yzerplan working?

Apr 17, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs right wing William Nylander (88) battles with Detroit Red Wings defenseman Albert Johansson (20) in front of goaltender Cam Talbot (39) during the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

Offseason musts for the Red Wings