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.

Oct 1, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA;  Detroit Red Wings goaltender Ville Husso (35) and defenseman Albert Johansson (20) celebrate after defeating the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena. Detroit won 2-1. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

The ultimate X-Factor that will make or break the Red Wings 2024-25 season

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Nov 29, 2023; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) makes a save against Detroit Red Wings center Andrew Copp (18) during the second period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Red Wings could be an Igor Shesterkin mega-deal away from Cup contention

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Detroit Red Wings vs Montreal Canadiens

The ultimate checklist for the Red Wings to enjoy a successful 2024-25 season

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Jan 21, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Red Wings defenseman Justin Holl (3) handles the puck during the first period at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bradshaw Sevald-Imagn Images

3 players who must bring their ‘A-Game’ in 2024-25 to break the Red Wings playoff drought

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Apr 13, 2023; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning center Michael Eyssimont (23) is congratulated by center Ross Colton (79) after he scored a goal as Detroit Red Wings left wing Dominik Kubalik (81) looks on during the third period at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-Imagn Images

One former player Red Wings fans must keep an eye on early in 2024-25

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Apr 5, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; New York Rangers defenseman Erik Gustafsson (56) and Detroit Red Wings right wing Christian Fischer (36) battle for the puck during the second period at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-Imagn Images

New Red Wings defenseman is the perfect choice to be a breakout candidate in 2024-25

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Detroit Red Wings v Washington Capitals

3 underrated players to watch on the Red Wings prospect camp roster

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Dec 2, 2023; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; View of a Detroit Red Wings logo on a jersey worn by a member of the team during warm-up before the game against the Montreal Canadiens at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-USA TODAY Sports

How to watch the Red Wings in the 2024-25 season with & without cable

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Dec 16, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Detroit Red Wings goaltender Ville Husso (35) against the Philadelphia Flyers at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

3 players who are entering their final season with the Red Wings

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Detroit Red Wings v New York Islanders

Former Red Wings goaltender looking to parlay his sound cameo into a full-time role

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Apr 13, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin (71) scores the winning goal and celebrates with right wing Patrick Kane (88) against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the overtime period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-USA TODAY Sports

3 Red Wings players you must seriously consider for your fantasy hockey team

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Detroit Red Wings vs Montreal Canadiens

Atlantic Division Power Rankings: Red Wings steamrolling toward the Top Four?

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Apr 15, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA;  Detroit Red Wings right wing Alex DeBrincat (93) receives congratulations from teammates after scoring in the third period against the Montreal Canadiens at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports

4 awful advanced team stats the Red Wings must improve for 2024-25

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Apr 13, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Detroit Red Wings right wing Alex DeBrincat (93) scores a goal and celebrates with Detroit Red Wings defenseman Moritz Seider (53) against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the first period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-USA TODAY Sports

Who should be the highest-paid player on the Red Wings for 2024-25?

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Apr 15, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA;  Detroit Red Wings left wing Lucas Raymond (23) receives congratulations from teammates after he scores in overtime against the Montreal Canadiens at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports

Projecting how much the average Red Wings player will make in 2024-25

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Detroit Red Wings v Toronto Maple Leafs

Breaking down the Red Wings top 10 single-season shutout leaders of all-time

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