Todd Matthews

Todd Matthews

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.

Detroit Red Wings v New Jersey Devils

Red Wings flopped early and late in 2024-25 and now need a very specific roster fix

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Windsor Spitfires v Saginaw Spirit

Michael Misa to Detroit is a long shot but Red Wings fans can dream

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Apr 4, 2023; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; View of a Detroit Red Wings logo on a jersey worn by a member of the team against the Montreal Canadiens during the third period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

What Red Wings fans must know about the 2025 NHL Draft

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United States U18 v Western Michigan

Red Wings could turn heads by grabbing this 234-pound monster in Round 2

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Mar 14, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA;  Detroit Red Wings right wing Patrick Kane (88) skates against the Carolina Hurricanes during the second period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

When can the Red Wings start stealing unrestricted free agents?

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Detroit Red Wings v New Jersey Devils

A do-nothing offseason would mean betrayal for Red Wings fans

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Everett Silvertips v Brandon Wheat Kings

Red Wings fans need to know what makes Carter Bear so dangerous

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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

Every Red Wings first-round pick since 2000

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Toronto Maple Leafs v Detroit Red Wings

8 Red Wings free agent targets to reach another level in 2025-26

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Nov 4, 2021; Boston, Massachusetts, USA;  Detroit Red Wings left wing Tyler Bertuzzi (59) looks to gain control of the puck in front of Boston Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman (1) while defenseman Charlie McAvoy (73) defends during the second period at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

3 Red Wings dream trades that probably won’t happen but would be game-changers

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Jul 7, 2022; Montreal, Quebec, CANADA; Detroit Red Wings general manager Steve Yzerman announces Marco Kasper (not pictured) as the number eight overall pick to the Detroit Red Wings in the first round of the 2022 NHL Draft at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images

Red Wings could build an elite blue line with this draft-day gift

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Dec 1, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA;  Detroit Red Wings goaltender Ville Husso (35) makes a save in the third period against the Vancouver Canucks at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Pacific Division is full of Red Wings bargains fans aren’t talking about

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Nov 30, 2023; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Red Wings center Michael Rasmussen (27) skates with the puck chased by Chicago Blackhawks center Ryan Donato (8) in the third period at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Red Wings could steal these Central Division players to fix playoff drought

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Apr 7, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Red Wings defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere (41) and Buffalo Sabres right wing JJ Peterka (77) battle for the puck in the first period at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Red Wings could become instant contenders if Steve Yzerman pulls off this one trade

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Columbus Blue Jackets v Detroit Red Wings

These 8 overlooked Metro free agents could be perfect fits for Red Wings

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Moose Jaw Warriors v Brandon Wheat Kings

These 3 prospects could fall right into Red Wings’ lap on draft night

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