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
/ 5 months ago

Quinn Hughes Fits the Devils Better Than the Maple Leafs

How would the NHL look if Quinn Hughes ever left Vancouver — and why might New Jersey, not Toronto, be the...

By Old Prof
Calgary Flames
/ 5 months ago

Canadian NHL Team Review: Bouchard, Raty & Wolf Shine Saturday Night

Saturday’s Canadian NHL action delivered big plays: Bouchard dazzles, Raty breaks out, and Wolf shuts the door on Utah

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Montreal Canadiens
/ 1 year ago

Is 4 Nations Face-Off Final Now Too Much About Politics?

With the booing of the national anthems and the President rallying the players based on Canada vs. U.S., is this 4...

By Old Prof
Calgary Flames
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Hellebuyck, Matthews, Tkachuk, Binnington

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Feb 20) Hellebuyck vs. Binnington in goal, Gaudreau motivates Team USA, Matthews will play

By Old Prof
Boston Bruins
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Oilers, Blackhawks, Avs & Canucks

NHL Trade Talk Feb. 19: McDavid is hockey's best, Seth Jones seeks trade, MacKinnon pumps McDavid, Quinn Hughes 4 Nations drama.

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Montreal Canadiens
/ 1 year ago

Will the Laine Ice Time Dispute with Canadiens End Positively?

The Montréal Canadiens Patrick Laine and his coach Martin St. Louis are disputing over ice time. Can this end well for...

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 year ago

McDavid Keeps Proving He’s the Best in the World

The Edmonton Oilers Connor McDavid is the best hockey player in the world. How has he supported that claim at the...

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Canucks, Jets & Oilers

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Feb 19), Quinn Hughes unlikely to play, Connor Hellebuyck MVP status, Connor McDavid's amazing speed

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Boston Bruins
/ 1 year ago

What Do 4 Nations Face-Off Ticket Prices Tell Us About the Game?

The 4 Nations Face-Off final will be held on Thursday night. What do the ticket prices in Boston tell us about...

By Old Prof
Boston Bruins
/ 1 year ago

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

NHL Trade Talk Feb. 18: Corey Perry extension, Nylander playing well but not scoring, Quinn Hughes moves to Team USA, Schenn...

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NHL News
/ 1 year ago

Bad News for the Canucks: Thatcher Demko Out Week-to-Week

Hockey can be tough. Vancouver Canucks goalie Thatcher Demko was returning to form. Now, he's out with an injury. What's his...

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NHL News
/ 1 year ago

How Have Maple Leafs Stars Done at the 4 Nations?

Three of the Toronto Maple Leafs Core Four are playing at the 4 Nations. How are Matthews, Marner, and Nylander doing...

By Old Prof
NHL News
/ 1 year ago

Quinn Hughes’ 4 Nations Status Could be Blow for Team Canada

The Vancouver Canucks Quinn Hughes has been called to Team USA. If he gets a chance to play, why would he...

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NHL News
/ 1 year ago

Why Is Nylander’s Scoring Down If He’s Playing Better?

By the eye test, William Nylander is playing even better than he's played in the past. But is scoring it down....

By Old Prof
Boston Bruins
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Bruins, Senators & Maple Leafs

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Feb 18), Charlie McAvoy, Brady and Matthew Thackuk, and Auston Matthews all are injured for Team...

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Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Oilers, Maple Leafs & Senators

NHL Trade Talk Feb. 17: Will the Oilers re-sign John Klingberg, should the Maple Leafs keep Ryan Reaves, Senators Brady Tkachuk...

By Old Prof
NHL News
/ 1 year ago

Should the Maple Leafs Get Rid of Ryan Reaves?

The Toronto Maple Leafs Ryan Reaves brings intangibles to the team. That's said, should the Maple Leafs try to move him?

By Old Prof
Montreal Canadiens
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Canadiens, Senators & Finals

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Feb 17), Patrik Laine hopes to help Finland, Linus Ullmark might start for Sweden, complex pathways...

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Canucks, Oilers, Jets & Sens

NHL Trade Talk Feb. 16: Canucks handle Pettersson/Miller poorly, McDavid needs Canadian help, Jets Hellebuyck stellar, Habs and Sens news

By Old Prof
Montreal Canadiens
/ 1 year ago

Canadiens News & Rumors: Laine, Hage & Roy

In the edition of Montréal Canadiens News & Rumors, how is Patrick Laine doing in the 4 Nations? In the minors,...

By Old Prof