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Matthew Zator

Matthew Zator is the HockeyPedia/Media Editor at THW and a writer who covers the Vancouver Canucks, the NHL Draft, and prospects in general. He loves talking about young players and their potential, and has been passionate hockey fan for the last 30 years. Before joining The Hockey Writers, he was a contributor for Canuck Way and Last Word on Hockey and went to BCIT for their Sports Broadcasting course. He also has a BA from Trinity Western University minoring in teaching and psychology. He has been with The Hockey Writers since 2019. Matthew also hosts The Hockey Writers Prospect Corner and various other NHL at-large shows on YouTube.

3 Takeaways From Canucks’ 3-1 Preseason Win Over the Flames

Matthew Zator | September 25, 2025

The Vancouver Canucks took on the Calgary Flames on Wednesday night and delivered a 3-1 win in front of an Abbotsford crowd that only a few months ago saw their…

Categories Vancouver Canucks

Today in Hockey History: Sept. 25

Matthew Zator | September 25, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Sept. 24 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Sept. 26 Two of the most storied franchises in NHL history were officially added to the league on this date.…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Bruins History, Canadiens History, Column, Flyers History, Hockey History, Islanders History, Red Wings History

Canucks 2025-26 Player Previews: Victor Mancini

Matthew Zator | September 24, 2025

As the preseason rolls on and we get closer and closer to opening night against the Calgary Flames, I will continue to get you set for the 2025-26 season with the…

Categories Canucks Prospects, Season Previews, Vancouver Canucks

Today in Hockey History: Sept. 24

Matthew Zator | September 24, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Sept. 23 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Sept. 25 Sept. 24 has been a very busy day in NHL history that saw everything from rule changes, coaching…

Categories Archives, Column, Coyotes History, Flyers History, Hockey History, Sabres History

Today in Hockey History: Sept. 23

Matthew Zator | September 23, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Sept. 22 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Sept. 24 Sept. 23 will be remembered for having the first woman to ever play in a NHL game take…

Categories Archives, Column, Hockey History, Islanders History, Lightning History, Stars History

Today in Hockey History: Sept. 22

Matthew Zator | September 22, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Sept. 21 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Sept. 23 A pair of longtime teammates were inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame together on this date. Also,…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Canadiens History, Column, Flyers History, Hockey History, Rangers History

Canucks Reduce Training Camp Roster Ahead of Preseason Game vs. Kraken

Matthew Zator | September 21, 2025

Ahead of their first preseason game against the Seattle Kraken, the Vancouver Canucks announced several cuts to their training camp roster. No surprising names were among the first round of…

Categories NHL News, Vancouver Canucks

Canucks Training Camp Notebook: Scrimmage, Cootes, Foote’s System & More

Matthew Zator | September 21, 2025

Hockey is finally back after a long offseason, and the Vancouver Canucks are only hours away from playing their first game against a team other than themselves. After three days…

Categories Canucks Prospects, Column, Season Previews, Vancouver Canucks

Today in Hockey in History: Sept. 21

Matthew Zator | September 21, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Sept. 20 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Sept. 22 Sept. 21 has been an intriguing day in NHL history. One of its earliest superstars was born on…

Categories Archives, Canadiens History, Canucks History, Column, Flames History, Hockey History, Kings History

Today in Hockey History: Sept. 20

Matthew Zator | September 20, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Sept. 19 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Sept. 21 There have been some unique moments in NHL history that have occurred on this date. In California, two…

Categories Archives, Blue Jackets History, Bruins History, Canadiens History, Column, Hockey History, Kings History, Maple Leafs History

5 Canucks Positional Battles to Watch During the Preseason

Matthew Zator | September 19, 2025

After a long, mostly quiet offseason, the Vancouver Canucks opened training camp on Thursday with very few new additions and a lot of question marks in the forward group. While…

Categories Editor's Choice, Season Previews, Vancouver Canucks

Today in Hockey History: Sept. 19

Matthew Zator | September 19, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Sept. 18 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Sept. 20 Sept. 19 was a good day for NHL debuts as a former number one overall pick, and a…

Categories Archives, Column, Flyers History, Hockey History, Kings History, Maple Leafs History, Oilers History, Penguins History, Predators History, Stars History
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