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.

Jan 1, 2022; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Wild defenseman Matt Dumba (24) and St. Louis Blues right wing Vladimir Tarasenko (91) in the third period of the 2022 Winter Classic ice hockey game at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

St. Louis Blues unique Winter Classic uniform will be an instant hit

Oct 19, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues center Robert Thomas (18) controls the puck against the Carolina Hurricanes during the second period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

What star forward’s return means for the St. Louis Blues

Nov 14, 2024; Buffalo, New York, USA; St. Louis Blues defenseman Colton Parayko (55) makes a pass as Buffalo Sabres right wing JJ Peterka (77) defends during the third period at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Metrics show it's worse than you think for St. Louis Blues hockey after another loss

Nov 12, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Boston Bruins right wing David Pastrnak (88) skates against St. Louis Blues defenseman Pierre-Olivier Joseph (77) during the third period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Are the St. Louis Blues playing up to preseason expectations in mid-November?

Oct 24, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; St. Louis Blues forward Jordan Kyrou (25) reacts after assisting on a goal by forward Alexandre Texier (not pictured) during the second period against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

One player the St. Louis Blues already regret acquiring in 2024-25

Nov 9, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues defenseman Scott Perunovich (48) shoots against the Washington Capitals during the second period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Mid-November is make-it-or-break it time for the St. Louis Blues

Nov 2, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues defenseman Colton Parayko (55) and goaltender Jordan Binnington (50) celebrate after the Blues defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

One St. Louis Blues player enjoying a great season who nobody is talking about

Nov 7, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues center Brayden Schenn (10) checks Utah Hockey Club defenseman Michael Kesselring (7) during the second period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Le-Imagn Images

One major question still facing the St. Louis Blues in 2024-25

Oct 19, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues center Dylan Holloway (81) celebrates with defenseman Philip Broberg (6) after scoring against the Carolina Hurricanes during the second period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Only one player can be the St. Louis Blues MVP through Month 1 of the season

Nov 5, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues center Jordan Kyrou (25) is congratulated by teammates after scoring against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the third period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

NHL Standings ranked by goals allowed: St. Louis Blues near the top of the league?

Nov 5, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues defenseman Colton Parayko (55) and Tampa Bay Lightning center Jake Guentzel (59) battle for the puck during the third period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

St. Louis Blues once again proved they could rise up to adversity

Nov 2, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues center Jordan Kyrou (25) celebrates with center Brayden Schenn (10) center Dylan Holloway (81) and defenseman Ryan Suter (22) after scoring against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the second period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Tall test spells the ultimate opportunity for the St. Louis Blues amid adversity

Oct 24, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; St. Louis Blues forward Jordan Kyrou (25) skates against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

3 St. Louis Blues players who seriously need to step up in November

Nov 2, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington (50) defends the net against Toronto Maple Leafs left wing Matthew Knies (23) during the third period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

The St. Louis Blues will sink further than they already have by the end of November

Oct 31, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Travis Sanheim (6) and St. Louis Blues left wing Jake Neighbours (63) battle for position during the second period at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Reality check could put the St. Louis Blues at crossroads and that’s not a bad thing

Oct 31, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; St. Louis Blues center Radek Faksa (12) skates off the ice as Philadelphia Flyers celebrate win at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

St. Louis Blues just played down to one of the worst defensive teams in hockey