Todd Matthews

Todd Matthews

Joined: Feb 1, 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.

Feb 23, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues center Dylan Holloway (81) shoots and scores against Colorado Avalanche goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood (39) during the second period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Familiar enemy peaking alongside the St. Louis Blues as stakes grow insurmountable

Mar 18, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; St. Louis Blues center Jordan Kyrou (25) skates behind the net against the Nashville Predators during the first period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

One St. Louis Blues player has been red-hot through team’s recent surge

Mar 5, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; St. Louis Blues right wing Alexey Toropchenko (13) takes a shot against the Los Angeles Kings during the third period at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Alex Gallardo-Imagn Images

One St. Louis Blues forward nobody has noticed surging under the radar

Feb 8, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues left wing Pavel Buchnevich (89) head coach Jim Montgomery center Dylan Holloway (81) and center Robert Thomas (18) react after center Radek Faksa (not pictured) scored the game winning goal in the 10th round of shootouts against the Chicago Blackhawks at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

St. Louis Blues coach had an unbelievable statement about the team’s power play

Mar 13, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington (50) makes a save against Pittsburgh Penguins center Connor Dewar (19) during the third period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Respected voice gives St. Louis Blues fans hope that a playoff push is on the horizon

Mar 13, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; St. Louis Blues right wing Alexey Toropchenko (13) celebrates his goal with the Blues bench against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the third period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

St. Louis Blues need to start accepting gifts that are given to them

Dec 30, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Marcus Pettersson (28) and goaltender Tristan Jarry (35) and defenseman Chad Ruhwedel (2) celebrate after defeating the St. Louis Blues at PPG Paints Arena. Pittsburgh won 4-2. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

The Penguins just handed the St. Louis Blues a most generous gift

Mar 8, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; St. Louis Blues defenseman Nick Leddy (4) celebrates with defenseman Tyler Tucker (75) and left wing Jake Neighbours (63) after scoring against the Los Angeles Kings during the third period at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ryan Sun-Imagn Images

3 acts the St. Louis Blues must get together if they plan on making the playoffs

Mar 2, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; St. Louis Blues defenseman Cam Fowler (17) in action during the game between the Dallas Stars and the St. Louis Blues at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

One player made the St. Louis Blues winners three months before the trade deadline

Mar 8, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; St. Louis Blues defenseman Nick Leddy (4) celebrates with defenseman Tyler Tucker (75) and left wing Jake Neighbours (63) after scoring against the Los Angeles Kings during the third period at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ryan Sun-Imagn Images

Power Ranking the biggest threats to steal a wild card spot from the St. Louis Blues

Mar 7, 2025; Anaheim, California, USA; St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington (50) saves a shot as defenseman Cam Fowler (17) and Anaheim Ducks right wing Troy Terry (19) vie for the puck during the second period at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Ryan Sun-Imagn Images

St. Louis Blues make one thing clear to their fanbase after an idle trade deadline

Nov 30, 2023; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues center Jordan Kyrou (25) controls the puck against Buffalo Sabres left wing Jordan Greenway (12) and left wing Jeff Skinner (53) during the second period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

One hard-hitting potential St. Louis Blues trade target is no longer an option

Mar 5, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; St. Louis Blues left wing Jake Neighbours (63) controls the puck against Los Angeles Kings defenseman Mikey Anderson (44) during the third period at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Alex Gallardo-Imagn Images

St. Louis Blues find themselves in the ultimate conundrum as trade deadline nears

Mar 1, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues center Dylan Holloway (81) is congratulated by teammates after scoring against the Los Angeles Kings during the third period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

3 moves that pushed the St. Louis Blues into playoff contention on trade deadline eve

Mar 1, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues center Brayden Schenn (10) controls the puck against the Los Angeles Kings during the second period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

New update on a fan favorite will reassure St. Louis Blues nation

Oct 12, 2019; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington (50) makes a save against Montreal Canadiens right wing Joel Armia (40) during the second period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Jean-Yves Ahern-Imagn Images

3 rentals the St. Louis Blues could acquire at the trade deadline