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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.

Today in Hockey History: Dec. 12

Matthew Zator | December 12, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Dec. 11 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Dec. 13 This date in National Hockey League history has been quite eventful. Nearly 70 years ago, the league got…

Categories Archives, Bruins History, Canadiens History, Commentary, Hockey History, Islanders History, Oilers History, Penguins History, Rangers History

Zach Benson’s 1st in 35 Games Lifts Sabres to 3-2 Win Over Canucks

Matthew Zator | December 12, 2025

Zach Benson scored his first in 35 games to lead the Buffalo Sabres to a 3-2 win over the Vancouver Canucks on Thursday night at Rogers Arena. The Sabres were…

Categories Buffalo Sabres, NHL News, Vancouver Canucks

Today in Hockey History: Dec. 11

Matthew Zator | December 11, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Dec. 10 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Dec. 12 One of the wildest games in National Hockey League history was played on this date in the Windy…

Categories Archives, Avalanche History, Blackhawks History, Commentary, Flyers History, Hockey History, Oilers History, Penguins History

Today in Hockey History: Dec. 10

Matthew Zator | December 10, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Dec. 9 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Dec. 11 The Great One proved that his nickname was well-earned twice on this date in NHL history. This was…

Categories Archives, Commentary, Ducks History, Hockey History, Kings History, Maple Leafs History, Oilers History, Panthers History, Sabres History

Today in Hockey History: Dec. 9

Matthew Zator | December 9, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Dec. 8 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Dec. 10 This has been a very busy date in the history of the National Hockey League. The theme of…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Blues History, Canadiens History, Hockey History, Kings History, Lightning History, Oilers History, Sabres History, Senators History

John Gibson’s 39 Saves Lead Red Wings to 4-0 Victory Over Canucks

Matthew Zator | December 9, 2025

The Detroit Red Wings got some brilliant goaltending from John Gibson on Monday night as they beat the Vancouver Canucks 4-0 at Rogers Arena for their second straight win. The…

Categories Detroit Red Wings, NHL News, Vancouver Canucks

Today in Hockey History: Dec. 8

Matthew Zator | December 8, 2025

Dec. 8 has been a very unique date in National Hockey League history. It gave us the first goal that was actually shot into the net by a goaltender. It…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Blues History, Commentary, Ducks History, Flames History, Flyers History, Hockey History, Maple Leafs History

Projected Lineups for Blackhawks vs Ducks – 12/7/25

Matthew Zator | December 7, 2025

The Chicago Blackhawks take on the Anaheim Ducks at the Honda Center tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others.  BLACKHAWKS (12-10-6) at DUCKS (17-10-1) 8 p.m.…

Categories Anaheim Ducks, Chicago Blackhawks, NHL News, Projected Lineups

Projected Lineups for Blues vs Canadiens – 12/7/25

Matthew Zator | December 7, 2025

The St. Louis Blues take on the Montreal Canadiens at the Bell Centre tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others.  BLUES (10-12-7) at CANADIENS (15-9-3) 7…

Categories Montreal Canadiens, NHL News, Projected Lineups, St Louis Blues

Projected Lineups for Golden Knights vs Rangers – 12/7/25

Matthew Zator | December 7, 2025

The Vegas Golden Knights take on the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. GOLDEN…

Categories New York Rangers, NHL News, Projected Lineups, Vegas Golden Knights

Projected Lineups for Blue Jackets vs Capitals – 12/7/25

Matthew Zator | December 7, 2025

The Columbus Blue Jackets take on the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. BLUE JACKETS (13-9-6)…

Categories Columbus Blue Jackets, NHL News, Projected Lineups, Washington Capitals

Today in Hockey History: Dec. 7

Matthew Zator | December 7, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Dec. 6 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Dec. 8 This was a significant date in Montreal as their greatest captain played his first game with the “C”…

Categories Archives, Bruins History, Canadiens History, Commentary, Hockey History, Islanders History, Oilers History, Rangers History, Wild History
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