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
/ 5 years ago

Maple Leafs Marner Has Matthews Back and a Power Play to Create

The Toronto Maple Leafs Mitch Marner has started slowly. Now with Auston Matthews back and a new power play, how will...

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 5 years ago

Maple Leafs’ William Nylander Will Shatter Best Single Season Totals

Why will the Toronto Maple Leafs’ William Nylander shatter his best single season totals during the 2021-22 season?

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 5 years ago

Is Maple Leafs’ #1 Prospect Nick Robertson Snake Bit?

The Toronto Maple Leafs' #1 prospect Nick Robertson just broke his leg. Is he snake bit? What's his injury prognosis? When...

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 5 years ago

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

The Toronto Maple Leafs lost to the New York Rangers 2-1 in overtime. What are three takeaways from the game?

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 5 years ago

Four Maple Leafs’ Takeaways from Three Games this Season

The Toronto Maple Leafs have played three games this season. What have fans learned about this team? Who's playing well?

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 5 years ago

Where Has the Maple Leafs’ Top Line Disappeared To, So Far?

So far, the Toronto Maple Leafs' top line has barely hit the score sheet. Where have Tavares, Marner, and Ritchie gone?

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 5 years ago

Maple Leafs’ Sign University of Toronto Goalie Alex Bishop [Report]

When goalie Petr Mrazek was injured, because of salary-cap issues, the Toronto Maple Leafs were forced to sign Alex Bishop. Who's...

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 5 years ago

Four Lessons from Maple Leafs’ 3-2 Loss to Senators

The Toronto Maple Leafs lost to the Ottawa Senators on Thursday night. What lessons can be learned from that loss?

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 5 years ago

Three Maple Leafs’ Takeaways Game 1: Kampf, Nylander & Campbell

The Toronto Maple Leafs won their first game of the 2021-22 regular season. What three takeaways can be garnered from the...

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 5 years ago

Maple Leafs’ Opening Day Roster & Probable Line Combinations

As the Toronto Maple Leafs prepare for opening day, their roster and probable line combinations are set. Who's playing with whom?

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 5 years ago

2 Maple Leafs Preseason Takeaways (Part 1): Bunting & the Power Play

During the off-season the Toronto Maple Leafs made a number of changes. What two promise to make a difference to the...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 5 years ago

Maple Leafs’ Pierre Engvall’s Get’s His Big Chance: Can He Deliver?

The Toronto Maple Leafs Ilya Mikheyev went down to a hand injury. Can Pierre Engvall take advantage of his chance to...

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 5 years ago

Four Predictions for the Maple Leafs’ Defense & the 2021-22 Season

The Toronto Maple Leafs are working to set their defense for the 2021-22 season. What four predictions can be made about...

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 5 years ago

Current Maple Leafs’ Line Combinations: With One Preseason Game to Go

The Toronto Maple Leafs are ending the preseason with one game to go and one more set of cuts. What are...

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 5 years ago

Maple Leafs’ Matthews Olympic Team Pick, Tavares & Marner Not (Yet)

Today Team USA named Toronto Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews to their Olympic hockey team. Will John Tavares and Mitch Marner make...

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Montreal Canadiens
/ 5 years ago

Montreal Canadiens Carey Price: Class Act & Playoff Record Holder

Carey Price is both a great goalie and a great person. How does he work with his wife Angela to help...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 5 years ago

Can Maple Leafs Sheldon Keefe Win with a Different Team in 2021-22?

The Toronto Maple Leafs' Sheldon Keefe has been given a different team in 2021-22 than he had last season. Can he...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 5 years ago

Waiver Exemption Likely Catches up to Maple Leafs’ Nick Robertson

Last night, the Toronto Maple Leafs moved Nick Robertson down to the AHL Toronto Marlies. Did his waiver exemption catch up...

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 5 years ago

Maple Leafs’ Pierre Engvall Is Back, But Is He Really? And, for How Long?

The Toronto Maple Leafs' Pierre Engvall is back from an injury. But has he done enough to stay with the team?

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 5 years ago

Maple Leafs’ Current Line Combinations: What Do They Mean?

Today at the Toronto Maple Leafs' practice, the current line combinations were shared. What considerations can fans make from these lines?

By Old Prof