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

Maple Leafs’ Morgan Rielly Changing His Priority This Season

Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Morgan Riley is seeing a downturn and his scoring statistics. Is he worried about it? What is...

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 year ago

McDavid’s Suspension Could Be Helpful for His Career

On the face of it, Connor McDavid's suspension seems like a problematic punishment. However, could it become a positive change in...

By Old Prof
Calgary Flames
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Flames, Preds, Oilers, Canucks

NHL Trade Talk Recap Jan.21: Flames Wolf Calder Trophy, Preds are suddenly winning, Oilers react to McDavid suspension, Canucks in trade...

By Old Prof
Featured
/ 1 year ago

Matthews and Nylander Are Elite & They Make Opponents Pay

Auston Matthews and William Nylander are both elite players. How can they break games open with their on-ice offensive IQ?

By Old Prof
Los Angeles Kings
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Jets, Leafs, Kings, Penguins

In our NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Jan 21), Jets suffer embarrassing loss, Maple Leafs beat Lightning, Kings honor firefighters

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Columbus Blue Jackets
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Pens, Oilers, Canucks & Leafs

NHL Trade Talk Recap Jan.20: Penguins moving players, Oilers McDavid suspended, Canucks failed deal revealed, Maple Leafs trade idea ironic

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NHL News
/ 1 year ago

Insane Proposal Asks Maple Leafs to Trade for Dumped Player

A recent trade proposal between the Seattle Kraken and the Toronto Maple Leafs for Jared McCann is not only steep but...

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NHL News
/ 1 year ago

3 Reasons Berube Thinks Cooper is a Great NHL Coach

When Toronto Maple Leafs coach Craig Berube was ask about John Cooper, his opponent tonight, he was lavish in his praise....

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NHL News
/ 1 year ago

Quinn Hughes Weighs In on the Canucks’ Drama

Vancouver Canucks captain Quinn Hughes was interviewed after Saturday's game. What did he have to say about the Canucks' situation?

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: McDavid Hearing, Habs & Senators

In our NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Jan 20), McDavid hearing coming, Canadiens Dobes wins again, Senators beat Devils.

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Chicago Blackhawks
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Utah, Oilers, Canucks, Rangers, Blackhawks

NHL Trade Talk Recap Jan.19: Utah trade bait, Oilers trade list, Canucks Miller trade fails, Rangers reveal player to move, Hawks...

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Featured
/ 1 year ago

The Canucks Can Win: But, They Must Want To

Last night in the Vancouver Canucks 3–2 win over the Edmonton Oilers, the team showed what it could do. Now the...

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Calgary Flames
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Canucks, Flames, Maple Leafs Win

In our NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Jan 19), Canucks hold on to beat Oilers, Flames Wolf stands tall in goal, Maple...

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Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 year ago

Oilers’ McDavid and Canucks’ Myers Likely to Be Suspended

At the end of the Canucks 3-2 win over the Oilers, play got dangerous. Sticks were used as weapons. Now what...

By Old Prof
Chicago Blackhawks
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Blackhawks, Oilers, Canucks, Rangers

NHL Trade Talk Recap Jan.18: Blackhawks might trade veterans, Oilers Swedish connection helps get Klingberg, Canucks Miller trade falls apart

By Old Prof
NHL News
/ 1 year ago

Canucks Insider Reports Team “Working Hard” on J.T. Miller Trade

There seems to be a flurry of activity around the Vancouver Canucks disgruntle star, JT Miller. Is he on his way...

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NHL News
/ 1 year ago

2025 NHL Trade Deadline Insights: What Teams To Watch?

As the NHL trade deadline approaches, what teams should fans be looking at? Why are the three teams mentioned interesting to...

By Old Prof
Montreal Canadiens
/ 1 year ago

Why Would Berube Healthy Scratch Benoit In Quebec?

Simon Benoit has been solid for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Then why would head coach Craig Berube scratch him in his...

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Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 year ago

The Swedish Squad: 3 Player’s Role in Klingberg Picking Oilers

John Klingberg signed yesterday with the Edmonton Oilers. What attracted him to the Oilers and not to another team that was...

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Columbus Blue Jackets
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Ovechkin, Crosby & Hyman

In our NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Jan 18), Ovechkin chases Gretzky, Crosby chases Howe, Hyman on fire since returning in...

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