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.

Apr 5, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues head coach Jim Montgomery talks with the media after the Blues won their franchise record 12th straight win with a victory over the Colorado Avalanche at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Blues coach refuses to throw team under the bus as playoff series intensifies

Apr 19, 2025; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; St. Louis Blues forward Robert Thomas (18) (not shown) scores on Winnipeg Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck (37) during the first period in game one of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: Terrence Lee-Imagn Images

Blues must take advantage of Jets goaltending woes in Game 2 and beyond

Apr 19, 2025; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; St. Louis Blues defenseman Philip Broberg (6) skates into Winnipeg Jets forward Alex Iafallo (9) during the second period in game one of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: Terrence Lee-Imagn Images

Blues loss to Jets drives home the fact reality has set in

Apr 7, 2025; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Winnipeg Jets defenseman Luke Schenn (5) checks St. Louis Blues left wing Jake Neighbours (63) in front of Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck (37) in the third period at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images

Blues played the Jets better than you think in the regular season

Apr 15, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues right wing Jimmy Snuggerud (21) is congratulated by teammates after scoring his first NHL goal against the Utah Hockey Club during the first period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Le-Imagn Images

Blues caught fire at the perfect time and the numbers are flat-out ridiculous

Apr 15, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Utah Hockey Club center Alexander Kerfoot (15) looks on as St. Louis Blues right wing Zack Bolduc (76) is congratulated by teammates for scoring a goal during the first period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Le-Imagn Images

St. Louis Blues just put the NHL on full notice with win over Utah

Apr 9, 2025; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; St. Louis Blues goalie Jordan Binnington (50), defenseman Justin Faulk (72) and center Brayden Schenn( 10) watch as Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) skates past during the third period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Walter Tychnowicz-Imagn Images

Why did the St. Louis Blues drop to the second wild card spot?

Apr 7, 2025; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; St. Louis Blues assistant coach Steve Ott talks to players during a time out against the Winnipeg Jets in the third period at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images

St. Louis Blues fans should be glad their team lost to Winnipeg on Monday night

Mar 27, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; St. Louis Blues center Dylan Holloway (81) against the Nashville Predators during the third period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

One current St. Louis Blues forward will threaten Brett Hull’s all-time goal record

Apr 3, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues center Robert Thomas (18) reacts after scoring the game winning goal against Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Tristan Jarry (35) during overtime at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

St. Louis Blues numbers through 11-game winning streak have been staggering

Apr 1, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues right wing Jimmy Snuggerud (21) skates against Detroit Red Wings right wing Jonatan Berggren (48) during the first period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Le-Imagn Images

St. Louis Blues only need to worry about tying one franchise record

Mar 29, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Members of the St. Louis Blues celebrate defeating the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

St. Louis Blues fans may now ask a previously forbidden question as playoffs approach

Dec 5, 2024; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; St. Louis Blues center Zachary Bolduc (76) skates against the Calgary Flames during the first period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Brett Holmes-Imagn Images

Young St. Louis Blues forward is peaking as the NHL Playoffs approach

Mar 27, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; St. Louis Blues center Dylan Holloway (81) against the Nashville Predators during the third period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Adversity is what the St. Louis Blues need at the season’s most crucial point

Mar 25, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues center Robert Thomas (18) reacts after scoring against the Montreal Canadiens during the second period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

St. Louis Blues are nowhere near the talented team you think they are

Mar 23, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues right wing Mathieu Joseph (71) and Nashville Predators center Colton Sissons (10) b battle for the puck during the third period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

St. Louis Blues have officially set a new standard for rebuilding hockey teams