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

New York Islanders
/ 2 months ago

Islanders Fire Roy: Love Him or Hate Him, the Guy Never Bores You

Patrick Roy fired by Islanders after 4-game skid. Intensity, lineup chaos, and accountability finally caught up with the polarizing coach.

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Montreal Canadiens
/ 2 months ago

Montreal’s Odds Are Worse Than Ottawa’s With a Better Team

Montreal dominates on paper, but NHL playoff math favors Ottawa’s path. Odds, injuries, and bracket luck make for a wild ride.

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 2 months ago

Injuries, Predictability, Lost Prospects: The Cost of Berube’s Habits

Berube’s one-note system has made the Leafs predictable, injury-prone and hostile to prospects — here’s how a smarter approach could fix...

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Montreal Canadiens
/ 2 months ago

Montreal’s Caufield’s 50-Goal Run Has Fans Dreaming Big

Cole Caufield is on fire with 49 goals and seven straight wins—could the Canadiens phenom hit 50 this weekend? History beckons.

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 2 months ago

Hayley Wickenheiser in the GM Seat: Audacious or Genius?

Could Hayley Wickenheiser take the Maple Leafs’ GM reins? Player-first credibility, culture reset, and development savvy make a bold case.

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Winnipeg Jets
/ 2 months ago

Vilardi’s Career Year Gives the Jets Something to Build On

In a shaky Jets season, Gabriel Vilardi has been steady, productive, and quietly becoming a player Winnipeg can rely o

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Montreal Canadiens
/ 2 months ago

Canadiens’ Young Guns and Goalies Make Them a Playoff Threat

Montreal’s young core is thriving. Suzuki, Caufield, Hutson, and strong goalies make the Canadiens a legit Cup contender.

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 2 months ago

Who Would Really Want the Maple Leafs GM Job?

Toronto needs more than charm to fix its roster. A new GM faces anchor contracts, thin depth, and a rebuild that...

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Minnesota Wild
/ 2 months ago

Hughes on the Difference Between the Canucks & the Wild

Quinn Hughes opens up on Vancouver vs. Minnesota, why context matters more than talent, and what it takes to thrive as...

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Montreal Canadiens
/ 2 months ago

The Canadiens Are Becoming Something Dangerous

Suzuki is no longer “promising”—he’s legit. And with the right pieces around him, the Canadiens are starting to look like a...

By Old Prof
Winnipeg Jets
/ 2 months ago

Keep Arniel? The Reasons Jets Fans Don’t Want to Hear

The Jets are surging when it matters most. Is firing Scott Arniel really the answer; or is it a mistake that...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 2 months ago

The Smart Moves the Maple Leafs Need Are Not Dramatic

Toronto’s next GM inherits a tricky puzzle: aging core, slim picks, and sky-high expectations. Plan methodically, and don’t panic.

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Vegas Golden Knights
/ 2 months ago

Can John Tortorella Really Move the Needle in Vegas?

John Tortorella doesn’t need months—he can change Vegas’ culture, tighten habits, and reshape the bench fast. Here’s how he does it.”

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 2 months ago

Matthews’ Prime Is Fleeting & the Maple Leafs Need Leadership

The Maple Leafs are running out of time with Auston Matthews. A new GM must make hard choices fast—or risk wasting...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 2 months ago

Chris Pronger Isn’t the Right Fit for the Maple Leafs

Chris Pronger brings pedigree, gravitas and a tough, old‑school view of defence. That's why he's not the perfect match for the...

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Calgary Flames
/ 2 months ago

Ryan Strome Isn’t a Headliner, But the Flames Are Better with Him

Ryan Strome arrived without fanfare, but in 13 games he’s turned into a Flames' middle-six anchor. He's steady, smart, and effective.

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Edmonton Oilers
/ 2 months ago

Connor Ingram’s Best Games Depend on More Than Just Saves

Connor Ingram’s been steady and durable for the Oilers. He's brilliant when the team plays tidy, exposed when chaos and second...

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NHL News
/ 2 months ago

Is Craig Berube Burning Out the Maple Leafs’ Stars?

Craig Berube’s tough, push-every-night system has left Maple Leafs stars like Auston Matthews worn down—can toughness survive smart hockey?

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Washington Capitals
/ 2 months ago

20 Years of 30 Goals: Ovechkin’s Rewriting What Aging Is

At 40, Ovechkin just hit 30 goals again—his 20th time. What he’s doing now isn’t normal. It’s history repeating itself.

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Edmonton Oilers
/ 2 months ago

Savoie’s Surge: Is Edmonton’s Next Key Piece Already Here?

Savoie’s surge isn’t just a hot streak—he’s earning trust, minutes, and a real role beside McDavid. The Oilers may have found...

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