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

What’s Up with Maple Leafs’ T.J. Brodie? He’s Scoring

The Toronto Maple Leafs have an improved defense over the past two seasons. One of the reasons is T.J. Brodie. What...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Maple Leafs Finally Decide: Nick Ritchie Put on Waivers Today

The Toronto Maple Leafs finally decide to put Nick Ritchie on waivers today. Why did they do that? What might happen...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Three Takeaways from Maple Leafs 4-2 Win over the Oilers

The Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Edmonton Oilers 4-2 last night. What are three takeaways from the game? Who played well?

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Maple Leafs’ Nick Ritchie? Lots of Questions, Not So Many Answers

What should the Toronto Maple Leafs do with forward Nick Ritchie? He has under-performed for his salary. Should they trade or...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Maple Leafs Use COVID-19 Break to Run with Jack Campbell in Goal

The Toronto Maple Leafs, like other teams, were forced to break because of COVID-19. How can the team take advantage of...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Maple Leafs’ Quick Hits: Matthews, Tavares & Kase

The Toronto Maple Leafs have a number of players making the news. What "quick hits" are there from this team?

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Three Takeaways from Maple Leafs’ 6-0 Win Over the Senators

The Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Ottawa Senators last night by a 6-0 score. What were three takeaways from the game?

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Maple Leafs’ Quick Hits: 1st Game in Weeks, Medical Decisions & Line Combos

As the Toronto Maple Leafs get ready for their first game in weeks, who's picking the lineups? What are the most...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Maple Leafs’ Quick Hits: New Line Combinations, Bunting & Sandin

The Toronto Maple Leafs are building their roster after COVID-19. Who's there to play? What's the news for Michael Bunting and...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Maple Leafs’ Player Moves Getting Ready for Senators on Saturday

The Toronto Maple Leafs made a number of player moves as the team gets ready to play the Ottawa Senators Saturday....

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

If the Maple Leafs Had to Play Now: Line Combinations Would Be?

The Toronto Maple Leafs were hit hard by COVID-19. However, players are coming back. If they played now, their line combinations...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Maple Leafs Struggle to Build Team After COVID-19 Hits

The Toronto Maple Leafs were hit hard by COVID-19. Now players are returning. Who will be ready to play Saturday against...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Auston Matthews Forever Impact on the Toronto Maple Leafs

The Toronto Maple Leafs' fans in 50 years will look back at this era as one of the best. Auston Matthews...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Grading the Maple Leafs 2 Czech Mates: Kampf & Kase

The Toronto Maple Leafs have had a strong start to the season. Two reasons are David Kampf and Ondrej Kase. What...

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Winnipeg Jets
/ 4 years ago

Jets’ Hellebuyck Calls NHL’s Decision to Break Early “Overkill”

The Winnipeg Jets' goalie Connor Hellebuyck called the NHL's decision to break early for Christmas "overkill." What did he mean?

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

More than Half of Maple Leafs Roster Is Under NHL’s COVID-19 Protocol

The entire NHL is hurting with the impact of the pandemic. How have the Toronto Maple Leafs' roster been hit even...

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NHL News
/ 4 years ago

NHL Quick Hits: Gretzky, Ovechkin, Rask, Neely & Sanderson

With the NHL on its Christmas break, what are some of the Quick Hits from around the league - re: Gretzky,...

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Montreal Canadiens
/ 4 years ago

Montreal Canadiens Quick Hits: Guhle, Gallagher & Drouin

Although the Montreal Canadiens are off now for Christmas, there is news emerging from the team. Here are three Quick Hits...

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NHL News
/ 4 years ago

NHL to Shutdown from Wednesday thru Christmas Break [Report]

The NHL just announced that the league would shut down all game and practices from Wednesday through Christmas.

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 years ago

Maybe No Santa Claus for 2 Maple Leafs’ Coaches and 7 Players

The Toronto Maple Leafs had games postponed, but worse. Nine players and coaches are stuck in Vancouver. Can they get home...

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