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

Calgary Flames
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Lightning, Oilers & Maple Leafs

NHL Trade Talk Recap Feb. 6: Lightning after both defensive and offensive help, Oilers Emberson extension, Maple Leafs want Brayden Schenn?...

By Old Prof
Chicago Blackhawks
/ 1 year ago

Connor Bedard Claps Back at Analysts’ Criticism of His “Soft” Play

Connor Bedard is star, but analysts like Mark Messier and Paul Bissonnette aren't letting him off the hook for his soft...

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 year ago

The Hidden and Unspoken Impacts of the 4 Nations Face-Off

The 4 Nations Face-off will change the 2024–25 NHL regular season. What differences will the season see because the schedule is...

By Old Prof
NHL News
/ 1 year ago

Huge Stolarz News: Kraken vs Maple Leafs Game Preview

Huge news for the Toronto Maple Leafs game against the Seattle Kraken. Anthony Stolarz is back. Can he reprise his early...

By Old Prof
Chicago Blackhawks
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Canadiens, Oilers & Penguins

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Feb 6), Canadiens lose to Kings in back-to-back, Oilers beat Blackhawks in OT, Sidney Crosby injured

By Old Prof
Buffalo Sabres
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Canucks, Oilers, Maple Leafs, Sabres

NHL Trade Talk Recap Feb. 5: Canucks extend Pettersson, Oilers Bouchard's solid play, Leafs, Habs, teams calling Sabres about Dylan Cozens.

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NHL News
/ 1 year ago

Insider Hints It’s Fish or Cut Bait for Pettersson and the Canucks

After the Vancouver Canucks traded JT Miller, is there more pressure on the team? Who needs to step up for the...

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Montreal Canadiens
/ 1 year ago

Canadiens News & Rumors: Montembeault, Armia & Evans

Last night, the Montréal Canadiens finally won a game. How did they beat the San Jose Sharks? Who led the Canadiens...

By Old Prof
Carolina Hurricanes
/ 1 year ago

Winnipeg Jets News & Rumors: Comrie, Niederreiter & Pionk

Last night, the Winnipeg Jets shut out the Carolina Hurricanes 3–0. Who played key roles in the win? Are the Jets...

By Old Prof
Carolina Hurricanes
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Oilers, Jets & Canucks

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Feb 5), Oilers beat Blues in OT, Jets shut out Hurricanes, and Canucks shut out Avalanche....

By Old Prof
Calgary Flames
/ 1 year ago

Maple Leafs Quick Hits & Flames Game Preview

Tonight the Toronto Maple Leafs roll into Calgary to play the Flames. Who will be out for the Maple leafs? Can...

By Old Prof
NHL News
/ 1 year ago

Is the Maple Leafs’ Season Mostly Smoke and Mirrors?

Today a hockey writer suggested that the Toronto Maple Leafs would be better off if they missed the playoffs. Could he...

By Old Prof
NHL News
/ 1 year ago

Senators Quick Hits: Sanderson, Stützle & the Atlantic Division

This season, the Ottawa Senators are the real deal. Can their recent five-game winning streak push them further up the Atlantic...

By Old Prof
Featured
/ 1 year ago

Canadiens Need a Win or Season Is Burned Toast

Montréal Canadiens have lost five straight games. If they don't win tonight are their postseason hopes over? Can they beat the...

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Senators, Capitals & Oilers

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Feb 4), Senators beat Predators, Capitals goalies lead team, Oilers McDavid will shine at 4-Nations Face-Off

By Old Prof
Boston Bruins
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Sabres, Flames, Sens, Penguins & Leafs

NHL Trade Talk Recap Feb. 3: Sabres lack response to Thompson hit, Flames after center, Senators still seeking trade, Maple Leafs...

By Old Prof
Calgary Flames
/ 1 year ago

Flames News & Rumors: Sharangovich, Vladar, Huberdeau, Trade Needs

Calgary Flames are hanging in the playoff race. How did they hang on to beat the Seattle Kraken last night? What...

By Old Prof
NHL News
/ 1 year ago

3 Reasons Maple Leafs Fans Will See Cowan as a Black Ace

Toronto Maple Leafs prospect Easton Cowan is having another strong season in junior hockey. Why should fans expect to see Cowan...

By Old Prof
Boston Bruins
/ 1 year ago

Boston Bruins’ Playoff Hopes Are Hanging by a Thread

Right now, the Boston Bruins are not sitting in the playoff picture. What will happen to the Bruins if they can't...

By Old Prof
Anaheim Ducks
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Canucks, Flames, Canadiens Bench Laine

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Feb 3), Canucks lose in overtime, Flames win again on the road, Canadiens lose fifth straight...

By Old Prof