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
/ 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...

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Calgary Flames
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Flames, Canucks, Sens, Preds & Leafs

NHL Trade Talk Recap Feb. 2: Flames to keep key players, will Canucks extend new players, will Preds buy at the...

By Old Prof
Featured
/ 1 year ago

Jets Quick Hits: Morrissey, Perfetti, Samberg & Scheifele

Last night, the Winnipeg Jets won their sixth game in a row by beating the Washington Capitals in overtime. Who played...

By Old Prof
Featured
/ 1 year ago

Maple Leafs Quick Hits: Nylander, Matthews & Marner Set Records

As the elite players from the Toronto Maple Leafs play more seasons, they're going to set more franchise records. What did...

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NHL News
/ 1 year ago

With Miller Gone, It’s Time for Pettersson to Step Up for Canucks

The Vancouver Canucks tried to clean up the mess by moving J.T. Miller. Now, the question is whether Elias Pettersson can...

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Minnesota Wild
/ 1 year ago

Three Takeaways as the Senators Dominate the Wild 6-0

Last night the Ottawa Senators beat the Minnesota Wild 6–0. How have the Senators become a playoff team this season? Who's...

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Jets, Sens, Leafs & Oilers

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Feb 2), Jets beat Capitals in OT, Senators dominate the Wild, Leafs beat Oilers in great...

By Old Prof
Dallas Stars
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Canucks, Stars, Rangers & Leafs

NHL Trade Talk Recap Feb. 1: Canucks make another trade, Rangers improve by adding Miller, Stars trade picks for players, Leafs...

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 year ago

Can the Oilers Take Advantage of the Maple Leafs Tonight?

Tonight, the Edmonton Oilers play the Toronto Maple Leafs on home ice. The Oilers should beat the Maple Leafs. But can...

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New York Rangers
/ 1 year ago

What Will J.T. Miller Bring to the New York Rangers?

New York Rangers made a key move when they traded for JT Miller. What will Miller bring to his new team?...

By Old Prof
Colorado Avalanche
/ 1 year ago

Who Are the NHL’s Top-Five Forwards Right Now (2024-25)?

Yesterday, the NHL listed the top five NHL forwards for fantasy hockey. In an analysis, was anyone left off the list...

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Canucks, Leafs, Oilers

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Feb 1), Canucks have busy day in trades, Maple Leafs John Tavares returning, can Oilers stay...

By Old Prof
Boston Bruins
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Canucks, Rangers, Flames, Oilers, Maple Leafs

NHL Trade Talk Recap Jan. 31: Canucks trade Miller, Flames Kuzmenko trade grade, Oilers Salary Cap Space, Maple Leafs Matthews Team...

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New York Rangers
/ 1 year ago

Grading the Canucks J.T. Miller Trade: A Big Rangers’ Win

Tonight, the New York Rangers got JT Miller from the Vancouver Canucks. Why did the Rangers win the trade? What happens...

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