Todd Matthews

Todd Matthews

Joined: Feb 5, 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.

Jan 7, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins left wing Brad Marchand (63) skates with the puck while Edmonton Oilers defenseman Ty Emberson (49) defends during the third period at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

3 Boston Bruins players who MUST bring their A-Game in the second half of 2024-25

Dec 19, 2024; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid (97) looks for a loose puck in front of Boston Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman (1)during the third period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

One Boston Bruins player who MUST enjoy a monster second half of 2024-25

Dec 19, 2024; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid (97) celebrates after scoring a trying goal during the third period against the Boston Bruins at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

3 major statistics that have defined the Boston Bruins 2024-25 season so far

Dec 14, 2024; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Boston Bruins defenseman Andrew Peeke (52) and forward John Beecher (19) and forward Marc McLaughlin (26) and forward Cole Koepke (45) celebrate McLaughlin’s goal against the Vancouver Canucks during the second period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

3 most underrated Boston Bruins players so far in 2024-25

Nov 27, 2024; Elmont, New York, USA; Boston Bruins goaltender Joonas Korpisalo (70) makes a save against the New York Islanders during the second period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images

One underutilized Boston Bruins player is making his case for more ice time

Dec 1, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins center Charlie Coyle (13) skates with the puck in the third period against the Montreal Canadiens at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Natalie Reid-Imagn Images

3 Boston Bruins players who have underperformed so far in 2024-25

Dec 7, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins left wing Brad Marchand (63) celebrates his game tying goal on Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Aleksei Kolosov (35) during the third period at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

Report Card: Grading the Boston Bruins through two months of 2024-25

Nov 27, 2024; Elmont, New York, USA; Boston Bruins center Pavel Zacha (18) celebrates his goal with Boston Bruins right wing David Pastrnak (88) against the New York Islanders during the third period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images

December breakout stars: One Boston Bruins player is heating up

Nov 23, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; The Boston Bruins celebrate their win over the Detroit Red Wing at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bradshaw Sevald-Imagn Images

Why no hockey on Thanksgiving? Brief history of the Bruins on and around the holiday

Apr 13, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) pressures Boston Bruins goalie Linus Ullmark (35) near defenseman Kevin Shattenkirk (12) at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-Imagn Images

When is the NHL Thanksgiving Showdown? Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Boston Bruins

Oct 8, 2024; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Boston Bruins head coach Jim Montgomery looks on from the bench against the Florida Panthers during the third period at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Boston Bruins can give the Blues a taste of their own medicine in 2025-26

Nov 7, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins defenseman Mason Lohrei (6) and defenseman Nikita Zadorov (91) celebrate with goaltender Joonas Korpisalo (70) after defeating the Calgary Flames in overtime at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

Boston Bruins goaltender is proving to be a smart acquisition

Nov 14, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Boston Bruins center Trent Frederic (11) and center Charlie Coyle (13) and defenseman Mason Lohrei (6) celebrates a goal scored by Coyle against the Dallas Stars during the first period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Are the Boston Bruins finally playing to preseason expectations?

Nov 3, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins defenseman Nikita Zadorov (91) takes a shot against the Seattle Kraken during the first period at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

One free agent the Boston Bruins should already regret signing

Nov 7, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins center Pavel Zacha (18) is congratulated by defenseman Parker Wotherspoon (29) and right wing David Pastrnak (88) after scoring a goal during the second period against the Calgary Flames at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

The Boston Bruins MVP through Month 1 of the 2024-25 season is…

Nov 2, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Boston Bruins right wing David Pastrnak (88) reaches for the puck against the Philadelphia Flyers in the second period at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

3 Boston Bruins players who seriously need to step it up in November