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
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Canadiens, Oilers, Senators

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Feb 11), will Canadiens Montembeault start, Oilers McDavid ranked first, Senators Ullmark ready for Sweden

By Old Prof
Anaheim Ducks
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: 4 Nations Face-Off, Oilers, Canucks

NHL Trade Talk Recap (Feb. 10), 4 Nations underdog players, Team Canada's forward lines, trades still possible, Demko's injury - minor...

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 year ago

Will Canada or the USA Win the 4 Nations Face-Off?

The favorite to win the 4 Nations Face-Off is either Canada or the United States. Could Finland or Sweden sneak in...

By Old Prof
NHL News
/ 1 year ago

Thatcher Demko Was Looking Good: Latest Injury Concerns

Vancouver Canucks goalie Thatcher Demko was named second star of the week. Can he return quickly from his injury to lead...

By Old Prof
Montreal Canadiens
/ 1 year ago

Is Team Canada’s Starting Goalie Strong Enough to Win 4 Nations?

One of the biggest questions for Team Canada is their 4 Nations Face-Off goalie. Are their goalies strong enough? Who will...

By Old Prof
NHL News
/ 1 year ago

Will Connor Hellebuyck Struggle for Team USA?

The there's no doubt Connor Hellebuyck is an NHL's elite goalie. However, how will he do in the 4 Nations Face-Off?...

By Old Prof
Colorado Avalanche
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Canadiens, Oilers, Avs & Senators

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Feb 10), Canadiens lose to Lightning, Oilers McDavid and Avs MacKinnon Team Canada, Tkachuk brothers.

By Old Prof
Chicago Blackhawks
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Oilers, Red Wings, Habs, Canucks

NHL Trade Talk Recap Feb. 9: Oilers after Donato, Red Wings to trade Tarasenko, Habs fallen on tough times, Canucks Hughes...

By Old Prof
Featured
/ 1 year ago

Three Reasons the Jets Need to Sign Nikolaj Ehlers

The Winnipeg Jets Nikolaj Ehlers is a UFA after this season. What are three reasons the Jets should re-sign Ehlers?

By Old Prof
Montreal Canadiens
/ 1 year ago

Canadiens’ Coach Warns Fickle Fans, Laine Talks Free Fall

At the new year, it looked like the Montréal Canadiens might be a real deal for the playoffs this season. What...

By Old Prof
Calgary Flames
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Flames, Canucks, Leafs & Senators

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Feb 9), Flames lose in OT, Canucks beat Maple Leafs 2-1, Senators Matinpalo named to Team...

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Leafs, Jets, Canadiens & Oilers

NHL Trade Talk Recap Feb. 8: Maple Leafs trade interests, Jets best NHL team, Canadiens trading Price contract, Oilers and Palmieri...

By Old Prof
Featured
/ 1 year ago

3 Reasons the Jets Are the Best Team in the NHL

The Winnipeg Jets are the best team right now in the NHL. What three reasons make them so successful this season?

By Old Prof
Arizona Coyotes
/ 1 year ago

Five Fascinating Facts About Cujo (Curtis Joseph)

Although Curtis Cujo Joseph isn't in the Hockey Hall of Fame, he should be. How did his goalie play help him...

By Old Prof
Montreal Canadiens
/ 1 year ago

Is Carey Price About to Be Traded by the Canadiens?

The rise in the NHL salary cap helps teams, but hurts others. Could the Montréal Canadiens contract with Carrie Price help...

By Old Prof
Colorado Avalanche
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Jets, Oilers & Senators

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Feb 8), Jets win eighth in a row, Oilers lose to the Avalanche, Senators Shane Pinto...

By Old Prof
Calgary Flames
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Isles, Leafs, Canucks, Canes & Avs

NHL Trade Talk Recap Feb. 7: Islanders trading Dobson, Maple Leafs after a center, Canucks Pettersson with yips?, Canes and Avs...

By Old Prof
Carolina Hurricanes
/ 1 year ago

Who Won the Rantanen for Necas Trade So Far?

In the trade between the Colorado Avalanche and Carolina Hurricanes, where Martin Necas moved for Mikko Rantanen, who's won the trade...

By Old Prof
NHL News
/ 1 year ago

Host Says Elias Pettersson Not Injured, Has Theory on Struggles

There are many theories about why the Canucks Elias Pettersson is not playing well. What's the most recent? Can he overcome...

By Old Prof
Calgary Flames
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Leafs, Flames & Canucks

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Feb 7), Maple Leafs Stolarz leads team to win, Flames lose to Avalanche, Canucks win with...

By Old Prof