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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.

Projected Lineups for Canadiens vs. Canucks – 10/25/25

Matthew Zator | October 25, 2025

The Montreal Canadiens take on the Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Arena tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. CANADIENS (6-3-0) at CANUCKS (4-4-0) 7 p.m.…

Categories Montreal Canadiens, NHL News, Projected Lineups, Vancouver Canucks

Projected Lineups for Golden Knights vs. Panthers – 10/25/25

Matthew Zator | October 25, 2025

The Vegas Golden Knights take on the Florida Panthers at Amerant Bank Arena tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. GOLDEN KNIGHTS (5-0-2)…

Categories Florida Panthers, NHL News, Projected Lineups, Vegas Golden Knights

Today in Hockey History: Oct. 25

Matthew Zator | October 25, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 24 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 26 On this date, the NHL’s highest-scoring defenseman ever took his place at the top of the list. Also,…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Bruins History, Canadiens History, Commentary, Hockey History, Maple Leafs History, Rangers History, Red Wings History

Today in Hockey History: Oct. 24

Matthew Zator | October 24, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 23 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 25 Perhaps the greatest defenseman in NHL history hit a pair of milestones, with two different teams, on this…

Categories Archives, Avalanche History, Blackhawks History, Bruins History, Commentary, Hockey History, Islanders History, Penguins History, Red Wings History

Canucks Notebook: Centre Search Ramps Up, Pettersson’s Ice Time, Injury Bug & More

Matthew Zator | October 23, 2025

The Vancouver Canucks head into Nashville tonight with a decent 4-3-0 record, but will be facing the same adversity they did in Pittsburgh without two of their top centres in…

Categories Commentary, Vancouver Canucks

Today in Hockey History: Oct. 23

Matthew Zator | October 23, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 22 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 24 One of the greatest scorers in NHL history hit a milestone on this date that very few players…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Bruins History, Canadiens History, Canucks History, Commentary, Hockey History, Islanders History

Today in Hockey History: Oct. 22

Matthew Zator | October 22, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 21 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 23 Oct. 22 has provided plenty of memorable moments in NHL history. Some of the greatest skaters to ever…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Canadiens History, Commentary, Flyers History, Hockey History, Penguins History, Stars History

Today in Hockey History: Oct. 21

Matthew Zator | October 21, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 20 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 22 Oct. 21 has seen plenty of memorable moments from some of the best players in NHL history. This…

Categories Archives, Capitals History, Commentary, Hockey History, Rangers History, Red Wings History

Today in Hockey History: Oct. 20

Matthew Zator | October 20, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 19 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 21 Two of the greatest goal scorers in NHL history excelled on this date. Plus, a whole slew of…

Categories Archives, Capitals History, Commentary, Devils History, Hockey History, Islanders History, Kings History, Oilers History

Today in Hockey History: Oct. 19

Matthew Zator | October 19, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 18 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 20 If you like legendary names, then Oct. 19 is the date for you. Some of the greatest players…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Bruins History, Commentary, Ducks History, Flyers History, Hockey History, Oilers History, Red Wings History, Sharks History

Today in Hockey History: Oct. 18

Matthew Zator | October 18, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 17 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 19 Oct. 18 has seen some memorable victories in NHL history, including the first for two expansion teams. Many…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Canadiens History, Commentary, Flyers History, Hockey History, Maple Leafs History, Penguins History, Red Wings History, Wild History

Today in Hockey History: Oct. 17

Matthew Zator | October 17, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: Oct. 16 Tomorrow in Hockey History: Oct. 18 Some of the greatest players in National Hockey League history had big moments on this date. The records…

Categories Archives, Avalanche History, Canadiens History, Capitals History, Commentary, Flames History, Hockey History, Kings History, Penguins History
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