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 Trades and Rumors
/ 4 weeks ago

One Name in Anaheim Suggests a Much Bigger Canucks’ Trade

A McTavish mention in Anaheim sparks a much bigger Canucks debate about Pettersson, contracts, and what direction comes next

By Old Prof
Buffalo Sabres
/ 4 weeks ago

Positives & Negatives in Canadiens 4-2 Loss to the Sabres

Buffalo jumps early and never lets up as the Canadiens chase the game, despite strong play from Suzuki, Dobes, and a...

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Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 month ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Canadiens, Oilers & Suprising Maple Leafs

Dobes steals the spotlight, Leafs shock with No. 1 pick, and Nurse & Bouchard head to Worlds—busy day across the NHL.

By Old Prof
Calgary Flames
/ 1 month ago

Canadian Daily Rumours: Fans, Tweets, and a Surprising Lottery

Leafs set the tone at No. 1, Sharks eye defence, and Canucks wait to pounce—this draft could shift everything for Canadian...

By Old Prof
NHL News
/ 1 month ago

McKenna Could Do What No One in Toronto Can

If the Maple Leafs pick Gavin McKenna at No. 1, suddenly everything around Matthews and the future starts to shift in...

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Montreal Canadiens
/ 1 month ago

Dobes Is Being Unfair to Shooters — 3 Reasons He’s a Brick Wall

Dobes has quietly taken over the series, turning tough nights into wins and making Montreal look far more dangerous than expected.

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 1 month ago

Something Has to Give with Nick Robertson in Toronto

Time’s ticking on Nick Robertson in Toronto—either the Maple Leafs commit to him with a real role or let him find...

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Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 month ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Canadiens, Maple Leafs & Oilers’ Holland

Leafs Chayka gamble draws comparisons to Edmonton, Montreal rides St. Louis emotion, and Holland’s exit from Oilers raises fresh questions.

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Buffalo Sabres
/ 1 month ago

3 Reasons the Canadiens Can Win: 3 Reasons Sabres Will

Habs vs Sabres is a chaos matchup—Dobes vs elite speed, gritty depth, and a series that feels like it could go...

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Montreal Canadiens
/ 1 month ago

Canadiens’ Locker Room: Chaos, Belief, and One Viral Speech

St. Louis turns Game 7 chaos into a locker-room firestorm, yelling “We’re not leaving!” as Montreal moves on in style.

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NHL News
/ 1 month ago

Chayka Said the Right Things—But Left One Big Question Hanging

Chayka sold alignment and trust over specifics—now the pressure shifts to results as Matthews weighs his long-term future in Toronto.

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Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 month ago

Was There More Behind Holland’s Exit Than We Thought?

Did Ken Holland see trouble coming in Edmonton? As Oilers frustrations rise, his timing suddenly looks more calculated than it once...

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Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 month ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Canadiens, Maple Leafs & Oilers

Canadiens win wild Game 7 in Tampa, Maple Leafs shake up with Sundin and Chayka, and McDavid sends a blunt message...

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Montreal Canadiens
/ 1 month ago

3 Surprises from the Canadiens’ Game 7 Upset of the Lightning

Montreal stuns Tampa in Game 7 with just nine shots, a bizarre game-winner, and clutch goaltending to advance to Round 2.

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Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 month ago

Canadian Teams Daily Rumours: Canucks and Oilers McDavid & Draisaitl

Vancouver talks to Dorion, Edmonton reviews everything, and McDavid-Draisaitl don’t hold back after a frustrating Oilers exit.

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NHL News
/ 1 month ago

Sundin Returns, Chayka Arrives — What This Really Means

Maple Leafs set to pair Sundin’s experience with Chayka’s modern GM approach in a major front-office shakeup expected to be announced...

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 month ago

The Oilers’ Hidden Weak Spot That Kept Popping Up

The Oilers lost Connor Brown and felt the impact all season as penalty killing and structure unravelled in key moments.

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 1 month ago

Are McDavid and Draisaitl Actually Ready to Bail?

McDavid and Draisaitl’s frustration is out in the open—but is it just pressure, or a warning shot at the Oilers’ future...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 1 month ago

The Maple Leafs’ Emerging Inner Circle of Close Relationships

Old ties, familiar names, and quiet influence—how relationships behind the scenes shape the Maple Leafs more than you’d expect.

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Boston Bruins
/ 1 month ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Oilers, Maple Leafs, Vegas & Bruins

McDavid/Draisaitl chatter, Marner’s Vegas surge, and McAvoy’s slash chaos headline today’s NHL Trade Talk Recap.

By Old Prof