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

Featured
/ 6 years ago

Why the Montreal Canadiens Will Trade Ilya Kovalchuk Before the February 24th Deadline

Will the Montreal Canadiens trade Ilya Kovalchuk before the trade deadline? Yes, and here's why.

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Edmonton Oilers
/ 6 years ago

Will the Edmonton Oilers Trade Jesse Puljujarvi Before the Trade Deadline?

Recent rumors suggest that Jesse Puljujarvi will become trade bait for the Edmonton Oilers at the trade deadline. What are the...

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Featured
/ 6 years ago

Pierre LeBrun Has It Wrong: Canucks’ Contract Talks with Jacob Markstrom Will Be Easy

Jacob Markstrom is a pending free agent. Will he re-sign in Vancouver? Yes, he will. Here's why.

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Featured
/ 6 years ago

Ottawa Senators Jean-Gabriel Pageau’s Injury Update & Team Future?

Jean-Gabriel Pageau is suffering a neck injury but should return for the team's next game. But, what's his future with the...

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Featured
/ 6 years ago

The Maple Leafs Big Trade for Goalie Alexandar Georgiev? All Sound & Fury, Signifying Nothing!

Will the Toronto Maple Leafs trade Kasperi Kapanen for the New York Rangers Alexandar Georgiev? No! Here's why.

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Featured
/ 6 years ago

Ottawa Senators News & Rumors: Tkachuk, Nilsson, Namestnikov & Player Moves

How are the Ottawa Senators doing at the All-Star break point in the season? What's new with the team? What injuries...

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Featured
/ 6 years ago

Ottawa Senators Marcus Hogberg’s Goaltending Isn’t Defined By His Record

Marcus Hogberg's had a tough season. However, his play has been stronger than his record suggests. What's been his progression throughout...

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Featured
/ 6 years ago

The Vancouver Canucks’ Jake Virtanen: Now More Than a Physical Presence

Jake Virtanen is having a career season. Suddenly he's producing in ways that Canucks fans had hoped for a number of...

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Featured
/ 6 years ago

Winnipeg Jets’ Team News: Hellebuyck, Nogier, Dahlstrom, Perreault & Roslovic

As the Winnipeg Jets travel to Chicago to play the Blackhawks tomorrow evening, what news is coming from the team? Here's...

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Edmonton Oilers
/ 6 years ago

Why the Edmonton Oilers Should Go After Kasperi Kapanen

There's talk that the Edmonton Oilers and the Toronto Maple Leafs are interested in making a trade. Why should the Oilers...

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Featured
/ 6 years ago

Four Reasons Why the Ottawa Senators Shouldn’t Trade Anthony Duclair

Anthony Duclair has had a breakout season and would be good trade bait. However, I believe the Ottawa Senators should re-sign...

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Featured
/ 6 years ago

The Canucks Should Extend Jacob Markstrom: It’s a No-Brainer

Jacob Markstrom has been playing well for the Vancouver Canucks. Why is it time to sign him to a contract extension?

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Featured
/ 6 years ago

Winnipeg Jets’ News & Rumors: Hellebuyck, Connor, Laine, Lowry, Niku, Wheeler & Roslovic

The Winnipeg Jets have the Vancouver Canucks' number. Who were the stars as they beat the Canucks for the tenth straight...

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Featured
/ 6 years ago

Montreal Canadiens News & Rumors: Price, Weber, Poehling, Chiarot, Gallagher & Petry

The Maple Leafs got a much-needed victory against the Calgary Flames last night. Who played well? What other news is coming...

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Featured
/ 6 years ago

Maple Leafs Game Takeaways and Team News: Hyman, Marner, Hutchinson, Andersen & Johnsson

The Toronto Maple Leafs lost big-time in Florida to the Panthers. What were the takeaways from the game? What other news...

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Featured
/ 6 years ago

Vancouver Canucks News & Rumors: Hughes, Markstrom, Pearson, Horvat, Boeser, Miller & Ferland

The Vancouver Canucks are on a back-to-back, playing the Minnesota Wild today after beating the Buffalo Sabres yesterday in Buffalo. What's...

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Featured
/ 6 years ago

The Jets Mark Scheifele: Having a Hot December in Winnipeg

Mark Scheifele's been a point-a-game player since 2016-17. That said, he's doing even better in 2019-20. How have his months of...

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Featured
/ 6 years ago

After Seven Straight Wins, Vancouver Canucks Goaltending Turns Sour in Florida

After a seven-game winning streak and great goalie play during that steak, the Cancuks' goaltending went bad in Florida. What happened?

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Calgary Flames
/ 6 years ago

Is Calgary Flames’ Goalie Cam Talbot Regaining His 2016-17 Form?

Cam Talbot has been up and down, but most recently he's been down - especially during the first part of the...

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Featured
/ 6 years ago

Pierre Engvall’s Making His Mark with the Maple Leafs

Called up as a depth option when other left-wingers were injured, Pierre Engvall has made his presence felt on the Maple...

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