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

Edmonton Oilers
/ 3 months ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Maple Leafs, Canucks & Oilers Big Surprise

The Maple Leafs trade talk, Canucks rumours, and Oilers pivot to Babcock headline a wild NHL news recap full of bold...

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 3 months ago

The Oilers May Make Their Biggest Gamble Yet

Elliotte Friedman sees the Oilers’ Mike Babcock pursuit as a risky gamble driven more by urgency than confidence.

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 months ago

The Trade Idea That Forces a Maple Leafs Double Take

A bold Facebook idea has the Maple Leafs flipping Matthews Knies to Chicago in a blockbuster draft deal worth exploring.

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 3 months ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Oilers, Kings, Canadiens & Strange News

Oilers coaching rumors, Kings go win-now with Laviolette, and Montreal’s rebuild may be ahead of schedule in a busy NHL day.

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NHL News
/ 3 months ago

Carter Hart & Team Canada Probably Won’t Be a Thing

Carter Hart’s NHL future might be fine—but a Team Canada jersey may already be out of reach for reasons beyond hockey...

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Montreal Canadiens
/ 3 months ago

The Canadiens’ Rebuild Has Hit a Strange Turning Point

The Canadiens may be ahead of schedule, but the real test is whether Montreal can sustain progress without rushing the rebuild.

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 3 months ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Maple Leafs, Oilers & Golden Knights Survive

Pavelski enters the Maple Leafs’ coaching search, McDavid ties Gretzky, and Marner’s historic hat trick fuels Stanley Cup chaos.

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NHL News
/ 3 months ago

For One Moment, Tortorella Stopped Talking Like a Coach

Tortorella was classic Torts—blunt, honest, and fix-focused—but a rare moment showed the human side behind the coach.

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 3 months ago

The Oilers Shot Themselves in the Foot Yet Again

The Oilers coaching chaos exposes a harsh NHL truth: contracts, firings, and “do-overs” never work the way fans think they should.

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 3 months ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Maple Leafs, Oilers & Canadiens Will Pay

Maple Leafs need a puck-moving D-man, Nurse trade talk heats up in Edmonton, and Canadiens eye Hischier if he becomes available.

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 months ago

Ivar Stenberg Dreams of Being Drafted by Maple Leafs

Ivar Stenberg is rising on draft boards and has his eye on the Maple Leafs as he talks growth, detail work,...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 months ago

The Maple Leafs Already Know What Matthews Wants

Matthews and Nylander hinted at a Maple Leafs shift. But what puck-moving defencemen would really change is how Toronto plays.

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Vancouver Canucks
/ 3 months ago

Who Actually Loses Ice Time in the New Canucks Era?

Canucks ice time is becoming the real battleground in Vancouver’s retool, and someone’s going to lose minutes fast this season.

By Old Prof
Florida Panthers
/ 3 months ago

What a Brady Tkachuk Move to Florida Might Actually Look Like

Brady Tkachuk to Florida? Exploring his fit with the Panthers, trade cost, and why a deal could make sense. What would...

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Calgary Flames
/ 3 months ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Maple Leafs, Canadiens, Flames & Vegas

Three NHL stories: a failed Knies trade sparks Maple Leafs drama, Calgary faces a crossroads, and Tortorella's gamble backfires.

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 months ago

What Matthews’ Mood Really Means for the Maple Leafs

Matthews is a “happy captain” for now—but will that last if the Leafs don’t deliver real roster upgrades this summer?

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Calgary Flames
/ 3 months ago

Flames Off-Season Blueprint: Trade Coleman, But Keep Strome

What does the Calgary Flames' offseason blueprint look like?: strategic moves to build a contender with draft capital and prospect depth.

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 months ago

Patrick Roy’s in the Maple Leafs Coaching Search? So What?

A strong Patrick Roy interview raises bigger questions: is Toronto chasing tactics—or a tougher team identity?

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 3 months ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Oilers, Maple Leafs, Canucks & Senators

Oilers weigh a Nurse trade, Maple Leafs consider Laine, and family ties could quietly shape a busy NHL offseason.

By Old Prof
Vancouver Canucks
/ 3 months ago

What Happens If the Canucks Draft Their Coach’s Son?

Manny Malhotra says he'll treat son Caleb like any other player. But if Vancouver drafts him, tough questions remain.

By Old Prof