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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.

Canucks 2025-26 Player Previews: Kiefer Sherwood

Matthew Zator | July 27, 2025

With the 2025 NHL Draft and the initial free agency frenzy in the books, we now turn to previewing the 2025-26 season for the Vancouver Canucks. Instead of doing report…

Categories Season Previews, Vancouver Canucks

Today in Hockey History: July 27

Matthew Zator | July 27, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: July 26 Tomorrow in Hockey History: July 28 July 27 has not been a very newsworthy day in National Hockey League history. However, there was a…

Categories Archives, Blues History, Commentary, Flyers History, Hockey History, Red Wings History, Sabres History

Today in Hockey History: July 26

Matthew Zator | July 26, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: July 25 Tomorrow in Hockey History: July 27 One of the greatest defensemen of all time changed addresses after 17 seasons in his original home. Plus,…

Categories Archives, Canadiens History, Commentary, Hockey History, Kings History, Red Wings History, Sabres History

Roger Neilson: Coaching Genius & Innovator

Matthew Zator | July 25, 2025

The late Roger Neilson will forever go down as one of the most unique coaches in NHL history. His style, personality, and willingness to do anything to gain an upper…

Categories Archives, Canucks History, Hockey History, Maple Leafs History, NHL Coaching, Toronto Maple Leafs, Vancouver Canucks

Today in Hockey History: July 25

Matthew Zator | July 25, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: July 24 Tomorrow in Hockey History: July 26 One of the most colorful coaches in the history of the National Hockey League got his first job…

Categories Archives, Bruins History, Commentary, Flyers History, Hockey History, Lightning History, Maple Leafs History, Sharks History

Today in Hockey History: July 24

Matthew Zator | July 24, 2025

On this date, the Los Angeles Kings brought back one of the great players in their franchise’s history for the third time. Also, a dramatic coaching move was finally made…

Categories Archives, Blues History, Bruins History, Commentary, Hockey History, Kings History, Rangers History, Sharks History

Canucks 2025-26 Player Previews: Aatu Raty

Matthew Zator | July 24, 2025

With the 2025 NHL Draft and the initial free agency frenzy in the books, we now turn to previewing the 2025-26 season for the Vancouver Canucks. Instead of doing report…

Categories Canucks Prospects, Season Previews, Vancouver Canucks

Today in Hockey History: July 23

Matthew Zator | July 23, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: July 22 Tomorrow in Hockey History: July 24 A pair of “Original 6” National Hockey League rivals made a one-sided trade on this date. Also, July…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Blue Jackets History, Commentary, Devils History, Hockey History, Maple Leafs History, NHL Entry Draft, Rangers History, Red Wings History

Today in Hockey History: July 22

Matthew Zator | July 22, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: July 21 Tomorrow in Hockey History: July 23 This date in National Hockey League history has not been the most eventful by any means, but it…

Categories Archives, Blackhawks History, Blue Jackets History, Commentary, Coyotes History, Flames History, Hockey History, Panthers History, Rangers History, Red Wings History, Stars History

Today in Hockey History: July 21

Matthew Zator | July 21, 2025

Yesterday in Hockey History: July 20 Tomorrow in Hockey History: July 22 July 21 saw the greatest player in National Hockey League history sign on to play for one of…

Categories Archives, Commentary, Ducks History, Flames History, Hockey History, Kraken History, Rangers History, Sabres History

Canucks 2025-26 Season Schedule: 10 Must-Watch Home Games

Matthew Zator | July 21, 2025

If you’re a passionate fan of the Vancouver Canucks, you will attempt to watch every game on the 2025-26 schedule. But not every game is created equal. There are always…

Categories Season Previews, Vancouver Canucks

Canucks News & Rumours: Joshua, Roslovic, Trade Targets, 2025-26 Schedule & More

Matthew Zator | July 20, 2025

It’s the dog days of the summer, but the Vancouver Canucks have managed to stay in the news and rumours lately with their trades of Dakota Joshua to the Toronto…

Categories Commentary, News and Rumors, Vancouver Canucks
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