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
/ 4 years ago

If Maple Leafs’ Find Nick Robertson the Right Fit: Watch Out!

Toronto Maple Leafs' Nick Robertson started out with a bang. But he hasn't yet exploded onto the NHL scene. What does...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Would Free Agent Sam Gagner Be a Good Fit with the Maple Leafs?

The Toronto Maple Leafs usually find veteran leadership at a budget contract. Might Sam Gagner be that player with Jason Spezza...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Maple Leafs’ Quick Hits: Salary Cap, Holl, Kerfoot & Kokkonen

The Toronto Maple Leafs roster is not yet complete. What's happening to make it more complete? Will Justin Holl and Alex...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Maple Leafs’ Quick Hits: Nylander Trade, Bunting & Gardiner

As the Toronto Maple Leafs ready for the regular season, rumors are swirling. Will William Nylander be traded? Will Michael Bunting...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Maple Leafs Sign Goalie Dylan Ferguson to PTO: Who’s He?

The Toronto Maple Leafs just signed goalie Dylan Ferguson to a PTO. Who's he and what's his story? Where might he...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Maple Leafs Quick Hits: Subban, Milano & Kerfoot

The Toronto Maple Leafs are putting their roster together. Would either Sonny Milano or PK Subban be of interest for the...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

What Maple Leafs Do Right: Spezza, Clune, Wickenheiser & Keefe

The Toronto Maple Leafs are regularly critiqued for what fans see as errors. What does the team do right? Spezza, Clune,...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Maple Leafs’ Quick Hits: Holl, Murray & Anderson

As the Toronto Maple Leafs work to build a roster, there are many questions around the team. What are three of...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

What If the Maple Leafs Can’t Get Under the NHL’s Salary Cap?

The Toronto Maple Leafs are over the limits of the NHL's salary cap. What if they can't find other teams to...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Predicting a Point-a-Game Season for Maple Leafs’ John Tavares

Toronto Maple Leafs' captain John Tavares is aging. But does he have another point-a-game season in him? Here's predicting it could...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Maple Leafs’ Immediately Improve: Sign Rich Clune to Front Office

Rich Clune has had an impact on the Toronto Maple Leafs as a player. He's retired. How will he have a...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

If the Season Started Now: Maple Leafs’ Projected Lineup in 2022-23

If the Toronto Maple Leafs began the 2022-23 season this minute, what would the starting lineup be? Who'd be in goal?

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

What Should Maple Leafs’ Fans Expect from Nicolas Aube-Kubel?

When Nicolas Aube-Kubel wasn't qualified by the Colorado Avalanche, the Toronto Maple Leafs jumped. What should fans expect from him?

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Maple Leafs Need 2nd-Line Help, Why Not Trade for Patrick Kane?

The Chicago Blackhawks are rebuilding. The Toronto Maple Leafs need second-line help. Is Patrick Kane the answer?

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Maple Leafs Offseason Moves Are Horrible, Just Like Last Year!

The Toronto Maple Leafs have made a number of offseason moves that fans have not liked. Who's right - the team...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Maple Leafs’ Victor Mete Reunited with Old Friend Mitch Marner

When the Toronto Maple Leafs signed Victor Mete, who knew he was boyhood friends with Mitch Marner? How will the two...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Why Is Maple Leafs’ Micheal Bunting a Good Addition to the Team?

Michael Bunting came in third in Calder voting. What makes the Toronto Maple Leafs forward such a good addition to his...

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NHL News
/ 4 years ago

Can Bobby McMann Ever Make the Maple Leafs’ Roster?

Bobby McMann came out of nowhere to set the Toronto Marlies' rookie scoring record? Can he ever make the Maple Leafs'...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Maple Leafs’ Great News: Rodion Amirov Might Play KHL Season

The Toronto Maple Leafs' got some great news yesterday. Rodion Amirov might play in the KHL this season? How's he doing...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Maple Leafs’ Quick Hits: Spezza, Knies & Gaudette

The Toronto Maple Leafs have an organization filled with experience and lacking experience. How will Adam Gaudette and Matthew Knies do?

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