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

NHL News
/ 1 year ago

Is It Time the Maple Leafs Traded Max Domi?

The Toronto Maple Leafs forward Max Domi has not scored as many goals as expected. Is it time the Maple Leafs...

By Old Prof
Montreal Canadiens
/ 1 year ago

Canadiens News & Rumors: Montembeault, Dobes & Zegras

The Montréal Canadiens are fighting hard for the playoffs this season. Can the goalies help them get there? Are the Habs...

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Blues, Maple Leafs & Oilers

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Feb 12), Binnington named Team Canada starter, Matthews and Nylander in a fun ad, and McDavid...

By Old Prof
Boston Bruins
/ 1 year ago

We Asked AI for Top 5 NHL Players All-Time: A Surprising Omission

We asked AI to name the Top 5 NHL Players All-Time. They did so. Who were these players? What was AI's...

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 year ago

4 Nations Wish List: What the Oilers Need Most After the Break

If we could give the team anything on their wish list, what do the Edmonton Oilers need most coming out of...

By Old Prof
Boston Bruins
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Oilers, Senators & Maple Leafs

NHL Trade Talk Recap (Feb. 11), Oilers hope stars stay healthy in 4 Nations, Senators Ullmark starting for Sweden, Maple Leafs...

By Old Prof
Featured
/ 1 year ago

Senators News & Rumors: Ullmark, Stutzle & Reinhardt

The Ottawa Senators are on a needed break. When the 4 Nations Face-Off is complete, can they put on a run...

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