Todd Matthews

Todd Matthews

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.

Chicago Blackhawks v Detroit Red Wings

Blackhawks and the NHL gave the Original Six the tribute it’s always deserved

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Jan 10, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Nolan Allan (42) and center Teuvo Teravainen (86) look on during the second period at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bradshaw Sevald-Imagn Images

Blackhawks plot emotional Madhouse throwback against bitter rival

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Chicago Blackhawks v Detroit Red Wings

The Windy City is always a ray of hope as the Blackhawks miserable run continues

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Jan 10, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin (71) scuffles with Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Alex Vlasic (72) during the second period at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bradshaw Sevald-Imagn Images

5 things about the Blackhawks that only true fans know about

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Chicago Blackhawks v St Louis Blues

Why Blackhawks players (probably) have no regrets from the tanking years

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Stanley Cup Finals - Chicago Blackhawks v Philadelphia Flyers - Game Six

Blackhawks 49-year drought and dynasty is an inspiring tale for all NHL fans

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Toronto Maple Leafs v Chicago Blackhawks

The Blackhawks and Maple Leafs once played the cleanest game in NHL history

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Mar 31, 2017; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Blackhawks goalie Corey Crawford (50) defends against the Columbus Blue Jackets during the third period at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

Remembering when Corey Crawford went berserk on Robby Fabbri

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Philadelphia Flyers v Chicago Blackhawks - Stanley Cup Game Two

Blackhawks failed to win it all for 28 years but then built a dynasty from nothing

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Discover NHL Winter Classic - St Louis Blues v Chicago Blackhawks

This unintended fallout from tanking should worry Blackhawks fans

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2013 NHL Stanley Cup Final - Game Six

Who are the Blackhawks' best and worst teams between 2001 and 2025?

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June 9, 2010; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Chicago Blackhawks right wing Patrick Kane (88) and goalie Antti Niemi (31) celebrate after defeating the Philadelphia Flyers 4-3 in game six of the 2010 Stanley Cup Finals at the Wachovia Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images

He helped the Blackhawks win the Cup, then never wore their jersey again

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Mar 5, 2010; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Blackhawks goalie Cristobal Huet (top right) is congratulated by teammates Brent Seabrook (7) and John Madden (11) after defeating teh Vancouver Canucks 6-3 at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-Imagn Images

One netminder who briefly took over the Chicago Blackhawks and vanished

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Vancouver Canucks v Chicago Blackhawks - Game One

NHL prospect draws inspiration from former Blackhawks goalie who made history

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Dec 14, 2018; Chicago, IL, USA; Winnipeg Jets defenseman Ben Chiarot (7) blocks the puck in front of Chicago Blackhawks left wing Brandon Saad (20) as goaltender Laurent Brossoit (30) is nearby during the first period at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

3 offseason moves Blackhawks still desperately need before September

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Chicago Blackhawks v Detroit Red Wings

Blackhawks fans will never forget these blood-boiling rivalries

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