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

Vancouver Canucks
/ 3 months ago

Canucks Would Regret Trading Conor Garland Now

The Canucks once tried to move Conor Garland. Now he’s the heartbeat they can’t afford to lose — and the last...

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Winnipeg Jets
/ 3 months ago

Winnipeg Jets vs. Jonathan Toews: Time to Pull the Trigger?

Jonathan Toews’ hometown Jets experiment hasn’t worked out. Should Winnipeg keep him around or cut their losses?

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Montreal Canadiens
/ 3 months ago

Is Arber Xhekaj on His Way Out of Montreal?

Arber Xhekaj’s ice time is tanking in Montreal, and rebuilding teams are circling. Could the Canadiens be quietly ready to move...

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Olympics
/ 3 months ago

Without Binnington, Team Canada Was Out of the Olympics

Jordan Binnington was calm under chaos, stopping everything for Team Canada in a pressure-packed quarterfinal vs Czechia.

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 months ago

How Close Are the Maple Leafs, Really?

How close are the Maple Leafs to playoff success. Is this season just a small setback, or have the plans been...

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Edmonton Oilers
/ 3 months ago

Cujo Noticed Something About Connor McDavid at the Olympics

Connor McDavid isn’t just handling Olympic pressure—he’s owning it. Cujo says we’re watching a once-in-a-generation run.

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Olympics
/ 3 months ago

Team USA’s Lineup Choices Don’t Make Any Sense

Kyle Connor’s been a 30-goal guy every NHL season, yet Team USA benches him at the Olympics. What’s going on? It's...

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NHL Trade News
/ 3 months ago

Why the Canucks Should Take a Big Swing on Shane Wright

Shane Wright could be on the move—Vancouver might be the perfect landing spot for a young center with top-six potential.

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Edmonton Oilers
/ 3 months ago

McDavid Might Be the Most Dominant Player at These Olympics

Canada’s rolling at the Olympics, and McDavid is running the show—9 points in 9 periods and leading Team Canada toward gold.

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Olympics
/ 3 months ago

Binnington vs. Thompson: The Decision That Could Sink Canada

Canada’s crease debate is heating up: stick with Stanley Cup champ Binnington or roll with calm, steady Thompson at the Olympics?

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Colorado Avalanche
/ 3 months ago

Canada’s Olympic Story Is the Nova Scotia Trio

Three guys from the same Nova Scotia neighbourhood are driving Canada’s Olympic run—and they might just carry the whole country to...

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Montreal Canadiens
/ 3 months ago

Are Canadiens Ready to Make Noise at Deadline with DeBrusk?

Montreal’s playoff spark is real, and GM Kent Hughes might be about to turn up the drama. Could Jake DeBrusk be...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 months ago

Stolarz Trade Could Backfire Badly on the Maple Leafs

The Maple Leafs face a goalie dilemma: Should they trade Anthony Stolarz? What are the risks, rewards, and why is the...

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Featured
/ 3 months ago

2026 NHL Trade Deadline Primer: Vancouver Canucks

Canucks hit the deadline with a clear direction at last. Who’s getting moved, what they’re clearing, and why this reset finally...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 months ago

Ironic Maple Leafs’ Draft Success: Great Picks, No Patience

Maple Leafs draft well, but keep trading picks. This deadline could finally give their pipeline the boost it desperately needs.

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Edmonton Oilers
/ 3 months ago

Can Calvin Pickard Move Up in the Oilers’ Goalie Hierarchy?

He stepped up in the playoffs. He won over the room. Now the question: can Calvin Pickard move up in Edmonton’s...

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Montreal Canadiens
/ 3 months ago

Game Over: Is Patrik Laine the Odd Man Out in Montreal?

Patrik Laine’s future in Montreal is murky—injuries, cap hit, and depth chart shakeups have him trending toward the trade radar.

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Featured
/ 3 months ago

2026 NHL Trade Deadline Primer: Winnipeg Jets

The Jets aren’t chasing the playoffs—they’re planning the reset. Big cap room, veterans in play, and a deadline full of possibilities.

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Edmonton Oilers
/ 3 months ago

Canucks O’Connor for Mangiapane Makes No Sense, Unless

The Oilers want out of Mangiapane’s deal. The Canucks like O’Connor. So why would Vancouver bail Edmonton out without a real...

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Calgary Flames
/ 3 months ago

Nazem Kadri Could Be the Deadline’s Most Important Pickup

Nazem Kadri might be the most underrated deadline swing. If he moves, don’t be surprised. Don’t be surprised if he changes...

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