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.

Apr 10, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins right wing David Pastrnak (88) celebrates his goal with his teammates during the first period against the Chicago Blackhawks at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

Bruins face painful reality as their legendary core crumbles

Mar 22, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; Boston Bruins center Elias Lindholm (28) during the first period against the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-Imagn Images

2 Boston Bruins players no longer worth defending

Apr 13, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Boston Bruins center Morgan Geekie (39) celebrates with center Elias Lindholm (28) and right wing David Pastrnak (88) after scoring a goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the second period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Bruins tested every emotion but these 3 glimmers made it worth watching

Apr 15, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins center Fraser Minten (93) controls the puck while New Jersey Devils defenseman Luke Hughes (43) defends during the third period at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

An unbelievable amount of sheer incompetence sank Boston Bruins to historic low

Feb 25, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins center Trent Frederic (11) skates with the puck against Toronto Maple Leafs center Steven Lorentz (18) during the first period at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

Boston Bruins trading Trent Frederic ushers in the inevitable retool

Feb 8, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins defenseman Nikita Zadorov (91) (right) is congratulated by left wing Brad Marchand (63) and defenseman Charlie McAvoy (73) after scoring against the Vegas Golden Knights during the first period at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

3 ‘what ifs’ facing the Boston Bruins heading into the 4 Nations Face-Off

Dec 15, 2023; Elmont, New York, USA; Boston Bruins left wing Danton Heinen (43) controls the puck against New York Islanders defenseman Noah Dobson (8) during the first period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

3 youngsters who could kickstart a Boston Bruins retool at the trade deadline

Jan 30, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins defenseman Nikita Zadorov (91) reacts after a goal by center Elias Lindholm (28) during the third period against the Winnipeg Jets at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

3 stats the Boston Bruins still need to improve if they plan on making the playoffs

Jan 23, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins right wing David Pastrnak (88) shoots and scores Ottawa Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot (72) during the third period at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

How many Boston Bruins players seriously have a chance to hit 20 goals?

Jan 14, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Bruins center Trent Frederic (11) celebrates with center Charlie Coyle (13) after scoring a goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the first period at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

NHL Standings ranked by save percentage highlight the Boston Bruins struggles

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