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

Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 year ago

Edmonton Oilers Quick Hits: Klingberg, Ekholm and Skinner

Last night, the Edmonton Oilers lost of the Detroit Red Wings. How did Jeff Skinner stand out? How did John Klingberg...

By Old Prof
NHL News
/ 1 year ago

Senators News & Rumors: Forsberg, Chabot, and Sanderson

Last night, although Alex Ovechkin got a goal closer to Wayne Gretzky's record, the Ottawa Senators came back to beat the...

By Old Prof
Minnesota Wild
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Daily News: Golden Knights Sign Saad, Plus Leafs and Habs

NHL Trade Talk Daily News: Brandon Saad is going to the Vegas Golden Knights, plus news on Fleury and Matthews.

By Old Prof
Calgary Flames
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Canadiens, Flames, Senators

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Jan 31), Canadiens lose to Marc-Andre Fleury, Flames trade Kuzmeno, Senators beat Capitals in OT

By Old Prof
Calgary Flames
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Flames, Flyers Make Trade, Plus Leafs & Canucks Talk

NHL Trade Talk Recap Jan. 30: Maple Leafs and Canucks could trade, a leak about Miller and Pettersson, Flames and Flyers...

By Old Prof
Featured
/ 1 year ago

If the Maple Leafs Can’t Score, What’s Down the Road?

Last night, the Toronto Maple Leafs had all sorts of chances, but couldn't score. If they can't convert, what thoughts are...

By Old Prof
Minnesota Wild
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Daily News: Wild & Canucks, Hughes and Fleury

NHL Trade Talk Daily News: Marc-Andre Fleury gets final start in Montreal; Quinn Hughes is leading his Canucks towards playoffs.

By Old Prof
Minnesota Wild
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Canucks, Maple Leafs & Capitals

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Jan 30), Canucks win again, Maple Leafs lose again, Capitals have nobody at 4-Nations Faceoff

By Old Prof
Boston Bruins
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Senators, Maple Leafs, Hurricanes, Oilers

NHL Trade Talk Recap Jan. 29: Senators and Kuzmenko, might Leafs go after Rantanen or could Canes extend him, would Oilers...

By Old Prof
NHL News
/ 1 year ago

Ottawa Senators News & Rumors: Ullmark, Merilainen, Anderson

Ottawa Senators goalie Linus Omark is returning from an injury. Former goalie Craig Anderson was named to the Quarter-Century team.

By Old Prof
Calgary Flames
/ 1 year ago

Who Are the NHL’s Best Goalies Right Now?

Recently, the NHL ranked its top fantasy goalies. How did this match up against the regular season? What makes these goalies...

By Old Prof
Calgary Flames
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Flames, Canadiens & Maple Leafs

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Jan 29), Flames lose to Capitals and Thompson, Canadiens to face Fleury, Maple Leafs Matthews is...

By Old Prof
Calgary Flames
/ 1 year ago

Trade for 39-Goal Scorer Makes Short-Term Sense for Senators

The Ottawa Senators need scoring if they're going to reach the postseason. Could Andrei Kuzmenko be an answer to the Senators'...

By Old Prof
Calgary Flames
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Oilers, Canucks & Maple Leafs

NHL Trade Talk Recap Jan. 28: Could Oilers get Rantanen next season, Canucks admit rift between Miller and Pettersson, Maple Leafs...

By Old Prof
Montreal Canadiens
/ 1 year ago

St. Louis Slams Critics: Canadiens ‘Lucky’ to Have Mike Matheson

Montreal Canadiens Mike Matheson might be getting criticized from fans, but not from his team. What did Coach St. Louis say...

By Old Prof
NHL News
/ 1 year ago

True or False: Rumors the Senators Are Moving to Quebec City

Although there are wild rumours that the Ottawa Senators will move to Quebec city, what does Thomas Chabot say is happening...

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Daily News: Oilers & Canucks Players of the Day

NHL Trade Talk Daily News: Oilers Leon Draisaitl having another amazing season, Canucks Garland scores two as his team wins second

By Old Prof
Anaheim Ducks
/ 1 year ago

Could the Maple Leafs Make a Move for Mason McTavish?

There are rumours that all might not be well with Mason McTavish in Anaheim. Could the Maple Leafs seek McTavish at...

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Canucks, Oilers & Capitals

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Jan 28), Canucks win second straight, Oilers win with McDavid's return, Capitals sign their goalie long...

By Old Prof
NHL News
/ 1 year ago

Make No Mistake, Canucks Will Trade Miller Before Pettersson

When push comes to shove, the Vancouver Canucks will trade J.T. Miller before they'll trade Elias Pettersson. Why is that the...

By Old Prof