Todd Matthews

Todd Matthews

Joined: Feb 2, 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.

Oct 17, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Edmonton Oilers defenseman Brett Kulak (27) celebrates his goal with his teammates against the Nashville Predators during the third period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

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Oct 9, 2024; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (93) looks top make a pass in front of Winnipeg Jets forward Alex Iafallo (9) during the first period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

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Sep 23, 2024; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers center Jeff Skinner (53) controls the puck against the Calgary Flames during the first period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

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Jun 21, 2024; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) skates during the warmup period against the Florida Panthers in game six of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

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Mar 1, 2021; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Josh Archibald (15) and Toronto Maple Leafs defensemen Travis Dermott (23) battle for position during the first period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

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Mar 6, 2023; Buffalo, New York, USA; Buffalo Sabres left wing Jeff Skinner (53) celebrates his goal with teammates during the first period against the Edmonton Oilers at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports

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Mar 9, 2024; Buffalo, New York, USA; Edmonton Oilers goaltender Stuart Skinner (74) looks for the

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