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

Chicago Blackhawks
/ 4 years ago

IIHF World Championship News: Jones, Dubois, Cervenka & Filppula

While the NHL's Stanley Cup rounds are still being contested, the IIHF World Championships were in Finland. Who played well?

By Old Prof
NHL News
/ 4 years ago

NHL Quick Hits: Igor Shesterkin, Chris Tanev & Miro Heiskanen

There's one second-round series left to decide. Can the New York Rangers win on the road in Carolina against the Hurricanes?

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 4 years ago

Oilers Get Contributions from Everyone in Flames’ Elimination

The Edmonton Oilers won round two of the postseason over the Calgary Flames. What sources contributed to that series victory?

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 4 years ago

4 Key Contributors to the Oilers’ 5-4 Overtime Series Win Over the Flames

The Edmonton Oilers defied odds and are moving to the Western Conference Finals. Who contributed to the Game 5 series win?

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Maple Leafs’ Quick Hits: Giordano on Keefe, Robertson & Nylander

The Toronto Maple Leafs are putting their roster together. Who will get a chance to make the team? Why did Mark...

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 4 years ago

Three Takeaways from Oilers’ 5-3 Win Over the Flames

The Edmonton Oilers beat the Calgary Flames last night 5-3. Who led the way for the Oilers? Who's played well this...

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Maple Leafs Quick Hits: Retirement Home, Kadri & Lightning Sweep

The Toronto Maple Leafs (and ex-Maple Leafs' players) are making news in the NHL. How are Mark Giordano and Nazem Kadri...

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Should the Maple Leafs Sign Jack Campbell At Any Cost?

The Toronto Maple Leafs would like to sign Jack Campbell. The team might need to sign Campbell. But is the team...

By Old Prof
Calgary Flames
/ 4 years ago

Round-Two Playoff Battle of Alberta: An Analysis By an Outsider

The Battle of Alberta is turning into the best round-two playoff series. Why is that the case? Who will win?

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Three Maple Leafs Takeaways from Oilers 5-3 Win Over the Flames

The Toronto Maple Leafs didn't play last night, but we learned something about them just by watching former players. What did...

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Will Mark Giordano Sign with the Maple Leafs?: Three Considerations

Will Mark Giordano sign with the Toronto Maple Leafs during this offseason? What are the three things he will consider?

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Expect Maple Leafs’ Kyle Dubas to Do Something Big This Summer

The Toronto Maple Leafs will enter an offseason where moves will be made. Why will general manager Kyle Dubas likely do...

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

I Get Why Maple Leafs’ Fans Are Upset with the Years of Losing

Toronto Maple Leafs, as a team, is highly-paid and highly skilled, but the team hasn't won when it counted. Why would...

By Old Prof
Carolina Hurricanes
/ 4 years ago

No Frederik Andersen as Hurricanes Ready for Rangers’ Series

The Carolina Hurricanes and the New York Rangers meet in round two starting on Wednesday night. Why won't Frederik Andersen be...

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Maple Leafs’ Need Changes Without Lunging Into Lunacy

The Toronto Maple Leafs lost in the first round yet again. How can the team make changes without falling into lunacy?

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Three Takeaways from Maple Leafs’ 2-1 Loss to the Lightning

The Toronto Maple Leafs lost again in a Game 7 and won't advance to the second round. Who led the team...

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

This Is Not the Same Old Maple Leafs: Five Differences

This Is not the same Toronto Maple Leafs team that has lost round one over the past five postseasons. What are...

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

3 Takeaways from Maple Leafs 4-3 Game 6 Overtime Loss to the Lightning

The Toronto Maple Leafs had this game won but lost to the Tampa Bay Lightning. Then penalties hit. What were three...

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Maple Leafs’ Quick Hits: Congrats to Calder Candidate Michael Bunting

Michael Bunting had a tough time making it to the NHL. That's a reason he's old for a rookie. What's his...

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Three Takeaways from Maple Leafs’ 4-3 Win Over the Lightning

The Toronto Maple Leafs looked to be losing Game 5, but they came back to win. How did they do it?...

By Old Prof