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
/ 3 weeks ago

Oilers Have a Big Decision to Make on Adam Henrique

Adam Henrique isn’t the player he was, but for the Oilers, his steady, low-drama game raises a big question heading into...

By Old Prof
Featured
/ 3 weeks ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Habs Tied, Canucks Eye Doan & Pronger Denial

Playoff drama, Canucks' GM hunt heats up with Shane Doan link, and Chris Pronger denies Leafs GM interview — all in...

By Old Prof
San Jose Sharks
/ 3 weeks ago

Is This Ryan Reaves’ Last Lap or Is There One More Contract?

Reaves still brings physical impact, but the question is whether that’s enough in today’s faster NHL. Or is he now a...

By Old Prof
Montreal Canadiens
/ 3 weeks ago

2 Positives & 2 Negatives from Canadiens 3-2 Loss to the Lightning

Canadiens show promise but small mistakes cost them in OT vs Lightning. Clean up details at home, and this series could...

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 3 weeks ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Canucks and Adams, Hedman Out, Oilers X-Factor

A busy NHL slate: Canucks eye Kevyn Adams, Hedman’s injury looms for Tampa, and Matt Savoie is emerging as a potential...

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Edmonton Oilers
/ 3 weeks ago

Bourque Picks Gretzky Over Lemieux: Why That Makes Sense

Ray Bourque saw Gretzky and Lemieux up close—and still says Wayne is the greatest. When peers speak, it might be time...

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 weeks ago

Maple Leafs Quick Hits: GM Show, Draft Pick & Pronger Noise

Maple Leafs GM search is heating up, draft questions loom, and the Pronger buzz feels like noise. Toronto is heading to...

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Vancouver Canucks
/ 3 weeks ago

Jim Rutherford’s Time in Vancouver Has Run Out: Here’s Why

The Canucks weren’t rebuilding or retooling — they were drifting. And under Jim Rutherford, that drift became the identity.

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 3 weeks ago

Oilers–Ducks Opener Might Not Play Out the Way Fans Expect

McDavid drives it, structure matters, and Ingram steadies the net — but Game 1 may hinge on details fans overlook.

By Old Prof
Montreal Canadiens
/ 3 weeks ago

Slafkovský’s Breakout Should Be No Surprise

Slafkovský’s “breakout” isn’t really a surprise — the signs were there all season. The playoffs just made it obvious.

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 3 weeks ago

McMann Just Changed Everything: Now What Happens?

McMann’s breakout changed everything — now Seattle, Toronto, or Edmonton all make sense. But where does he land?

By Old Prof
Montreal Canadiens
/ 3 weeks ago

What About the Habs Lane Hutson Makes Him Elite?

Lane Hutson is logging huge minutes, driving offence, and skating at elite levels—but the league still hasn’t fully caught on yet.

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 weeks ago

Maple Leafs Need to Be Smart About Robertson and Maccelli

Maple Leafs face key decisions on Robertson and Maccelli—keep the upside, trade leverage, or risk losing cheap scoring depth this summer.

By Old Prof
Ottawa Senators
/ 4 weeks ago

The Senators’ X-Factor Isn’t Who You Think It Is

Sanderson is logging big minutes, driving play, and becoming one of Ottawa’s most complete players—right when the Senators need it most.

By Old Prof
Vancouver Canucks
/ 4 weeks ago

The Pettersson Problem Is Growing Impossible to Ignore

Pettersson’s future in Vancouver raises bigger questions about performance, contract pressure, and what comes next for the Canucks.

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 4 weeks ago

What One Maple Leafs Group Administrator Said About the Team

A Maple Leafs Facebook group post should spark debate about money, trust, and where the organization is headed next.

By Old Prof
NHL News
/ 4 weeks ago

Why the Canucks Knew the Season Wouldn’t End Well

Quinn Hughes’ exit wasn’t sudden—it was building for a long time. Here’s what really pushed the Canucks to a turning point.

By Old Prof
Vancouver Canucks
/ 4 weeks ago

After Rock Bottom, the Canucks’ Rebuild Suddenly Has Teeth

A brutal season forced a reset, but a bold Hughes trade and fresh young talent may have fast-tracked the Canucks’ rebuild.

By Old Prof
NHL News
/ 4 weeks ago

Which NHLPA Player Awards Did the Maple Leafs Win?

William Nylander led the NHLPA poll for style, but it’s more than fashion in Toronto—personality, branding, and rivalry still help the...

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Edmonton Oilers
/ 4 weeks ago

The Oilers’ Real Issue Was Never McDavid or Draisaitl

The stars delivered as usual, but the Oilers’ season hinged on depth, defence, and a late reset that finally steadied the...

By Old Prof