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

Are Cultural Dynamics at Play in Canucks’ Pettersson & Miller Rift?

The Vancouver Canucks rift between Elias Pettersson and JT Miller is complex. Could cultural dynamics be at play in resolving this...

By Old Prof
Anaheim Ducks
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Draisaitl Extends Point Streak, Habs & Canucks

In our NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Jan 4), Draisaitl leads Oilers to win, Habs play well but lose, Canucks get...

By Old Prof
Anaheim Ducks
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Maple Leafs, Oilers, Canucks, and a Trade

NHL Trade Talk Recap Jan. 3: Maple Leafs claim Mermis and sign Myers, Oilers line combos, Canucks Miller and Petterson, Ducks...

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Featured
/ 1 year ago

What No One Is Asking About Canucks’ Pettersson and Miller

There's an apparent rift between the Vancouver Canucks Elias Pettersson and JT Miller. What is no one asking about the situation?

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Featured
/ 1 year ago

Adam Fox to Maple Leafs?: The Stuff of Fantasy Hockey Pipe Dreams

Although it is fun to speculate about trades, some are wrong. Why is Adam Fox from the Rangers to the Maple...

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Featured
/ 1 year ago

Maple Leafs Chris Tanev: From Undrafted to Quietly Essential

The Toronto Maple Leafs Chris Tanev is a player you must watch game in and out to appreciate. What's his journey...

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Calgary Flames
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Miller’s Shootout Goal, Canucks, Flames & Leafs

In our NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Jan 3), McMann scores two and Leafs win, Miller scores in shootout for Canucks,...

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Featured
/ 1 year ago

Could Mitch Marner Be a Better Player Without Auston Matthews?

When Auston Matthews has been injured for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Mitch Marner stepped up. Could Marner be a better player...

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Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 year ago

Is This the End of the Road for Jesse Puljujärvi?

Jesse Puljujarvi what put on waivers by the Pittsburgh Penguins. He cleared. Where does that leave him as far as an...

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NHL News
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: Kaprizov on IR, Plus Kings & Leafs

In our NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Jan 2), Wild move Kaprizov to IR, Leafs Ekman-Larsson set to return, Andre Lee...

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Boston Bruins
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Canucks, Leafs, Bruins, Flames

NHL Trade Talk Recap Jan. 1: Canucks tensions, Leafs trade idea and game review, Bruins Frederic trade value, Kadri pans media

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Calgary Flames
/ 1 year ago

Kadri Trolls Media “Experts” Who Bashed Flames Playoff Hopes

When the 2024–25 season began, who thought the Calgary Flames would be in the playoffs when the season started? Nazem Kadri...

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 year ago

A Look Back at the Edmonton Oilers’ 2023-24 Season

Looking back at the Edmonton Oilers calendar year of 2024, what milestones did the Oilers' key players reach during the year?

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Chicago Blackhawks
/ 1 year ago

Draisaitl On Fire: NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup Jan. 1

In our NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Jan 1), Blues win the Winter Classic, Edmonton beats Utah, Avs beat the Jets

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Chicago Blackhawks
/ 1 year ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Blackhawks, Islanders, Leafs, Habs, Canucks

NHL Trade Talk Recap Dec. 31: Blackhawks angry about loss, Islanders Hail Mary Backfires, Maple Leafs trade possibility, Habs on a...

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New York Islanders
/ 1 year ago

Patrick Roy’s Hail Mary Gamble Craps Out: So What?

With the Islanders down 2-1 to the Maple Leafs and a minute left in the game, Patrick Roy threw a Hail...

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NHL News
/ 1 year ago

Insider Breaks Down Why Canucks Are in Trouble Without Hughes

Quinn Hughes is missing from the Vancouver Canucks lineup with an injury. Can the Canucks do well without their Norris trophy...

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NHL News
/ 1 year ago

No Other Goalie Is Close to the Jets Connor Hellebuyck

Just how good is the Winnipeg Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck? No other goalie comes close to him on the season for...

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Featured
/ 1 year ago

Laine’s Swagger Sparks Resurgent Canadiens: Can It Last?

Patrik Laine has sparked the Montreal Canadiens in December. They are finally winning. Can the confidence and momentum continue?

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Chicago Blackhawks
/ 1 year ago

Matthews on IR: NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup Dec. 31

In our NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Dec 31), Cam Fowler plays 1000th game, Hellebuyck gets 5th shutout, Matthews misses another...

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