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.

Mar 23, 2025; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Buffalo Sabres right wing Jack Quinn (22) takes a shot on Winnipeg Jets goaltender Eric Comrie (1) in the first period at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images

Sabres exerted sweet revenge in Sunday’s win against former goaltender

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Mar 1, 2025; Buffalo, New York, USA;  Buffalo Sabres right wing Jack Quinn (22) looks to make a pass during the second period against the Montreal Canadiens at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

3 players entering their final month with the Sabres

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Feb 25, 2025; Buffalo, New York, USA;  Buffalo Sabres center Jiri Kulich (20) waits for the face-off during the second period against the Anaheim Ducks at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

It’s clear the Sabres saved their best first-round pick for last a few years back

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Buffalo Sabres v Detroit Red Wings

This ref is forever etched into Sabres lore following brawl with Red Wings

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Mar 1, 2025; Buffalo, New York, USA;  Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin (26) gets knocked down by Montreal Canadiens defenseman Alexandre Carrier (45) as he goes after the puck during the first period at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Renowned podcaster offers more baseless comments on Sabres captain

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Mar 1, 2025; Buffalo, New York, USA;  Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin (26) gets knocked down by Montreal Canadiens defenseman Alexandre Carrier (45) as he goes after the puck during the first period at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Sabres star player has harsh words for a report claiming he was unhappy in Buffalo

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Feb 4, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA;  Edmonton Oilers center Jeff Skinner (53) shoots as St. Louis Blues defenseman Ryan Suter (22) defends during the first period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

4 NHL teams Sabres fans must follow for the rest of the season

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Feb 29, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA;  Buffalo Sabres center Casey Mittelstadt (37) controls the puck against the Tampa Bay Lightning in the third period at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Another former Sabres first-round pick becomes a division rival at the trade deadline

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Buffalo Sabres v Ottawa Senators

Buffalo Sabres hit a home run in a high-risk blockbuster trade

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Jan 4, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Buffalo Sabres left wing Jason Zucker (17) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Vegas Golden Knights during the third period at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Sabres inking an extension with high-profile winger again shows resilience

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Dec 9, 2024; Buffalo, New York, USA;  Buffalo Sabres left wing Jordan Greenway (12) looks for the puck during the third period against the Detroit Red Wings at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Winger’s recent two-year extension could alter the Sabres plans at the trade deadline

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Feb 27, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA;  Buffalo Sabres right wing Alex Tuch (89) takes shot against the Carolina Hurricanes during the second period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Trade rumors swirling about a Sabres fan favorite heading out of town

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Feb 22, 2025; Buffalo, New York, USA;  Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin (26) looks to make a pass during the second period against the New York Rangers at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Sabres star an early favorite to land a spot on 2026 Olympic Team

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Feb 25, 2025; Buffalo, New York, USA;  The Buffalo Sabres celebrate a win over the Anaheim Ducks at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Sabres get to help turn back the clocks when they visit Carolina on Thursday

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Feb 22, 2025; Buffalo, New York, USA;  Buffalo Sabres center Tage Thompson (72) celebrates his second goal of the game with teammates during the third period against the New York Rangers at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Sabres star forward not stopping even with 4 Nations Face-Off in the rearview

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Feb 8, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA;  Buffalo Sabres right wing Alex Tuch (89) celebrates his goal with his teammates  against the Nashville Predators during the second period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

One obvious reason Sabres would be foolish to stay idle at the trade deadline

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