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.

Apr 8, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA;  Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Alex Vlasic (72) and center Connor Bedard (98) and center Ryan Donato (8) talk on the ice against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the second period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

6 young Blackhawks played real minutes and not all took advantage

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Apr 15, 2025; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; The Chicago Blackhawks celebrate a goal scored by center Frank Nazar (91) in overtime against the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-Imagn Images

Disaster season will shape the Blackhawks into a youth movement this summer

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Apr 10, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Chicago Blackhawks center Ryan Donato (8) gets set for a face-off during the third period against the Boston Bruins at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

One extension, one trade, one target that will fast-track the Blackhawks rebuild

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Oct 19, 2023; Buffalo, New York, USA;  Buffalo Sabres head coach Don Granato watches his team play during the second period against the Calgary Flames at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

One dark horse veteran coach the Blackhawks can’t afford to overlook

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Apr 12, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA;  Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Sam Rinzel (6) and Winnipeg Jets center Vladislav Namestnikov (7) chase the puck during the first period at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

These 3 Blackhawks surprises made fans believe in the rebuild again

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Apr 14, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Artyom Levshunov (55) plays the puck against the Montreal Canadiens in the first period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Don’t be surprised when these 3 Blackhawks prospects become household names

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Apr 15, 2025; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; The Chicago Blackhawks celebrate a goal scored by center Frank Nazar (91) in overtime against the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-Imagn Images

3 things that actually went right for the Blackhawks this season

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Apr 8, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA;  Chicago Blackhawks left wing Nick Foligno (17) at the face-off circle against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the third period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Post-Mortem: How the Blackhawks fell flat—again

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Mar 28, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard (98) and Vegas Golden Knights left wing Brandon Saad (20) battle for control of the puck during the second period at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Talia Sprague-Imagn Images

Why Connor Bedard may shock fans and break Bobby Hull’s goal-scoring record

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Apr 2, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; 
Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Connor Murphy (5) celebrates a second period goal against the Colorado Avalanche at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Talia Sprague-Imagn Images

One team the Blackhawks can aspire to be when October 2025 rolls around

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Mar 30, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA;  Chicago Blackhawks center Joe Veleno (90) celebrates with teammates  after he scores against Utah Hockey Club during the second period at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

One burning question Blackhawks fans never dreamed they’d be asking in April

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Mar 26, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Blackhawks center Ryan Donato (8) and New Jersey Devils center Nico Hischier (13) go for the puck during the first period at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Ryan Donato needs to leave the Blackhawks without giving it a second thought

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Mar 23, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Blackhawks left wing Nick Foligno (17) warms up before a game against the Philadelphia Flyers at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Blackhawks captain’s bold statement may have again called out a former player

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Mar 23, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; The Chicago Blackhawks celebrate their win against the Philadelphia Flyers at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Blackhawks remaining schedule will be an outright roller coaster

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Mar 22, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA;  Chicago Blackhawks center Teuvo Teravainen (86) controls the puck against the St. Louis Blues during the first period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Blackhawks remain elite in one category despite seven-game losing streak

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Mar 3, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA;  Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Alec Martinez (25), center, celebrates his goal against the Los Angeles Kings with  teammates during the first period at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

3 Blackhawks players who have entered their final month with the team

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