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 Redwings v New Jersey Devils

Detroit Red Wings single-season leader in shooting percentage isn't who you think

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Apr 11, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Detroit Red Wings goaltender Alex Lyon (34) and center Dylan Larkin (71) celebrate after they beat the Tampa Bay Lightning at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

Dylan Larkin is about to join elite Red Wings company

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Apr 10, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Detroit Red Wings defenseman Albert Johansson (20) moves the puck ahead of Florida Panthers left wing Jonah Gadjovich (12) during the third period at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

The Red Wings may join one of the NHL's rarest clubs in 2025-26

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

One embarrassing record the Red Wings would love to move on from in 2025-26

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Detroit Redwings v New Jersey Devils

Steve Yzerman’s 65-goal masterpiece remains the ultimate Red Wings flex

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Detroit Red Wings v New Jersey Devils

Alex DeBrincat is cooking but 65 goals might still be out of reach

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2025 NHL Stadium Series - Detroit Red Wings v Columbus Blue Jackets

Where would the Red Wings belong in an eight-division NHL?

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Detroit Red Wings v Anaheim Ducks

Red Wings made a bigger offseason splash than you thought...maybe...

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Nov 15, 2022; Anaheim, California, USA; Anaheim Ducks center Mason McTavish (37) moves the puck ahead of Detroit Red Wings left wing Adam Erne (73) during the second period at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Mason McTavish trade dream is over for the Red Wings

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Apr 14, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; The Detroit Red Wings celebrate their win over the Dallas Stars at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bradshaw Sevald-Imagn Images

The iconic phrase Red Wings fans chose to define the 2025–26 season

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Buffalo Sabres v Detroit Red Wings

Why every NHL fan should want to see their team face the Red Wings in Detroit

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Chicago Blackhawks v Detroit Red Wings

Red Wings fans would love nothing more than this 2025 spoiler

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New Jersey Devils v Detroit Red Wings

Detroit doesn’t just sing this song — they live it every Red Wings season

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Jan 10, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; The Detroit Red Wings huddle during the third period at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bradshaw Sevald-Imagn Images

Red Wings fans might thank Steve Yzerman for mainly standing pat this summer

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Nov 15, 2022; Anaheim, California, USA; Anaheim Ducks right wing Frank Vatrano (77) helps goaltender John Gibson (36) defend the goal against Detroit Red Wings center Oskar Sundqvist (70) during the first period at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

SI got it right about the Red Wings’ offseason mess

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Mar 25, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Detroit Red Wings fans celebrate a goal scored in the first period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Red Wings fans would never forgive themselves for not knowing these 5 things

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