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

Montreal Canadiens
/ 2 years ago

Patrik Laine’s Comeback Key for Canadiens Playoff Push

Have the Montréal Canadiens got the comeback star of the season in Patrick Laine? He's exploded for goals since returning. How...

By Old Prof
Nashville Predators
/ 2 years ago

Rangers and NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup: December 18

In our NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup (Dec 18), Ullmark shines in a Sens win. The Rangers lose again, and the...

By Old Prof
Buffalo Sabres
/ 2 years ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Canucks, Sabres, Oilers, Lightning, Flames

NHL Trade Talk Recap Dec. 17: Canucks trade idea, Sabres lose again, Oilers what if?, Leafs injuries, Flames get Pachal

By Old Prof
Featured
/ 2 years ago

3 Paths Forward for the Struggling New York Rangers

The New York Rangers are struggling. What are three paths forward for the team? Will they make a trade? If so,...

By Old Prof
Edmonton Oilers
/ 2 years ago

A Trade Between the Canucks and Oilers That Makes Sense

Vincent Desharnais' season with the Vancouver Canucks has not gone as planned. Why does a trade back to the Edmonton Oilers...

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 2 years ago

Leafs’ Minten Reassigned to AHL Toronto Marlies — But Not for Long

Toronto Maple Leafs moved Fraser Minten to the AHL Toronto Marlies. Why won't he stay there very long? What makes Minten...

By Old Prof
Colorado Avalanche
/ 2 years ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup for December 17

In our NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup for Dec 17, NHL's Quarter Century Players, Sherwood's Breakout, NHL Three Stars of Week

By Old Prof
Featured
/ 2 years ago

Holiday Wish List: What the Canucks Need Most This Season

If we could give the team anything on their wish list, what do the Vancouver Canucks need most this holiday season?

By Old Prof
Boston Bruins
/ 2 years ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Sabres, Canucks, Oilers, Canadiens

NHL Trade Talk Recap Dec. 16: Sabres no panic, Leafs seeking center, Canucks Pettersson trade? Oilers seeking d-man, Habs roster needs

By Old Prof
Montreal Canadiens
/ 2 years ago

Holiday Wish List: What the Canadiens Need Most This Season

If we could give the team anything on their wish list, what do the Montreal Canadiens need most this holiday season?

By Old Prof
Calgary Flames
/ 2 years ago

Holiday Wish List: What the Calgary Flames Need Most This Season

If we could give the team anything on their wish list, what do the Calgary Flames need most this holiday season?

By Old Prof
NHL News
/ 2 years ago

Insider Pitches Pettersson Trade: Reactions Heated From Fans

The Vancouver Canucks and Elias Pettersson are at a crossroad. Would the Canucks really trade Pettersson? Are the Sabres the destination?

By Old Prof
Chicago Blackhawks
/ 2 years ago

NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup for December 16

In our NHL Trade Talk Morning Roundup for Dec 16, Bedard scores game-winner, Panthers represented in Four Nations, Rangers struggle

By Old Prof
Boston Bruins
/ 2 years ago

NHL Trade Talk Recap: Rangers, Leafs, Canucks, Oilers, Jets, Bruins

NHL Trade Talk Recap Dec. 15: Rangers trades?, Leafs Knies, Canucks lose, Oilers injury, Bruins Marchand, Jets Hellebuyck

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 2 years ago

Maple Leafs Overcome Deficit to Beat Sabres 5-3

In a game that started poorly, the Toronto Maple Leafs came back to beat the Buffalo Sabres 5–3. How did John...

By Old Prof
Winnipeg Jets
/ 2 years ago

Holiday Wish List: What the Winnipeg Jets Need Most This Season

If we could give the team anything on their wish list, what do the Winnipeg Jets need most this holiday season?

By Old Prof
Featured
/ 2 years ago

Holiday Wish List: What the Senators Need Most This Season

If we could give the team anything on their wish list, what do the Ottawa Senators need most this holiday season?

By Old Prof
Seattle Kraken
/ 2 years ago

One Trade-Deadline Player Who Should Help the Maple Leafs

Given what the Toronto Maple Leafs need, there's one player out there who could help them at the trade deadline. Who...

By Old Prof
Boston Bruins
/ 2 years ago

The Marchand “Boo”merang Effect: Why Booing Pumps His Game

In the Vancouver Canucks loss to the Boston Bruins last night, how did Brad Marchand play a role in his teams...

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 2 years ago

Does Loss to Wings Prove Deeper Issue at Play for Maple Leafs?

The Toronto Maple Leafs lost last night to the Detroit Red Wings. Teams lose. Still, what does this team need to...

By Old Prof