Old Prof

Jim Parsons, Sr. is an odd hockey writer. First, he's in his mid-70s. Most hockey writers are much younger. Second, he comes to writing about hockey from a long academic career where his research focused on leadership, effective teams, human relationships, and the structure of organizations. He’s worked globally – including in China, Scotland, Switzerland, New Zealand, and several others. He’s been a visiting professor at several universities, both throughout North America and the world. Currently, he’s retired with his family on Vancouver Island in British Columbia. According to his wife, he's completely failed at retirement. He currently teaches research design online at four different Canadian universities and, in that role, he helps graduate students complete their dissertations and theses. Jim hopes to offer a unique perspective that even a small sample of people might be interested in. Jim Parsons Sr.

Stories By Old Prof

Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 7 hours ago

7 Traits That Made Mats Sundin a Maple Leafs’ Legend

In the history of the Toronto Maple Leafs, Mats Sundin stands out as a legend. What traits did he exhibit to...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 1 day ago

3 Reasons Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews Is One of The Great NHL Players

The Toronto Maple Leafs Auston Matthews is one of the best players in the NHL. What three things make him so...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 2 days ago

Patrick Roy Could Be an Interesting Pick to Coach Maple Leafs

Although there's no word on the Toronto Maple Leafs changing coaches, why would Patrick Roy make an interesting coach for the...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 days ago

Two Key Reasons Auston Matthews Will Sign a Contract Extension

Toronto Maple Leafs fans want to know if Auston Matthews will re-sign with the team. What are two key reasons that...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 days ago

Maple Leafs’ Quick Hits: Matthews, Keefe & Core Team Members

During his introduction to the Toronto Maple Leafs media, new GM Brad Treliving answered questions about the team. What did he...

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Florida Panthers
/ 5 days ago

Who Will Win the Golden Knights vs. Panthers Series?

The Stanley Cup Final starts tonight. Which team will win? What team is better? What team has the x-factors?

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NHL News
/ 5 days ago

Time for Maple Leafs’ Big Three to Put Money Where Mouths Are

The way things are typically done renders the Toronto Maple Leafs from maximizing their efforts to win a Stanley Cup. Could...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 6 days ago

Final Grades for Kyle Dubas’ Job with the Maple Leafs

Kyle Dubas had an up-and-down leadership ride with the Toronto Maple Leafs. What would his grades have been for what he...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 1 week ago

Maple Leafs Fans, Don’t Expect Auston Matthews to Sign on July 1

If you're a Toronto Maple Leafs' fan, why shouldn't you expect Auston Matthews to sign a contract extension? Good or bad?

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 1 week ago

5 Reasons Treliving Can Be a Good Maple Leafs GM: One Maybe

It looks as if the Toronto Maple Leafs have hired Brad Treliving as the team's new GM. Why could he be...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 1 week ago

Maple Leafs’ Offseason: 4 Priorities the Team Must Engage

If the Toronto Maple Leafs are going to end their postseason funk, there are a number of priorities to address. What...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 1 week ago

Maple Leafs’ Quick Hits: Dubas, McMann, and Nylander

The Toronto Maple Leafs are between general managers, yet there's news emerging. What about Kyle Dubas, Bobby McMann, and William Nylander?

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 2 weeks ago

As Maple Leafs Fans, Are We Sure Dubas Traded Nazem Kadri?

Over the past weeks, Toronto Maple Leafs fans have learned more about how the team's decisions were made. Really, who made...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 2 weeks ago

Maple Leafs’ Best Playoff Player? Nylander, Matthews or Marner

The Toronto Maple Leafs get critiqued for not showing up during the playoffs. Which one of the core players has the...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 2 weeks ago

Just How Attractive Is the Job of Maple Leafs GM?

The Toronto Maple Leafs are looking for a new general manager. How attractive is this job? There's stress but what's the...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 2 weeks ago

Is Brad Treliving Really a Contender for the Maple Leafs’ GM Job?

The Toronto Maple Leafs have begun to interview for their vacant GM job. Might Brad Treliving be a good choice? What...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 2 weeks ago

Penguins Are Willing to Wait for Ex-Maple Leafs GM Kyle Dubas

It didn't take long for ex-Toronto Maple Leafs GM Kyle Dubas to find a team interested in him. Will he land...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 2 weeks ago

Maple Leafs’ Chaotic Season: Ups, Downs & Now Outs

The Toronto Maple Leafs on-ice part of the season is over, but the season is not finished. What were the ups,...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 2 weeks ago

Four Reasons Auston Matthews Will Stay with the Maple Leafs

There's speculation that Auston Matthews might leave the Toronto Maple Leafs after his contract expires. What are four reasons he'll re-sign?

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 weeks ago

Imagine Maple Leafs Core 3 Walking to Free Agency

The Toronto Maple Leafs could be in trouble. What will be the impact of GM Kyle Dubas leaving? Could there be...

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