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

Vancouver Canucks
/ 2 years ago

Canucks Quick Hits: Demko, Hoglander, Miller, Hronek & Hughes

Last night, the Vancouver Canucks lost a tough game on home ice against the Seattle Kraken. What Canucks players played well...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 2 years ago

Time for Mats Sundin to Have More Maple Leafs Involvement

One big part of the Toronto Maple Leafs trip to Sweden was the involvement of Mats Sundin with the team. Could...

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Montreal Canadiens
/ 2 years ago

Canadiens Coach Believes that His Team Deserved to Lose

The Montreal Canadiens are a young team that is emerging. What does the team need to do to win more games...

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Vancouver Canucks
/ 2 years ago

Canucks’ Power Play Works But the Defensive Issues Remain

The Vancouver Canucks' OT win against the New York Islanders was great. However, the game highlighted concerns. What are these?

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Calgary Flames
/ 2 years ago

Flames Quick Hits: Markstrom, Mangiapane, Zary & More

Last night the Calgary Flames won a close 2-1 game versus the Montreal Canadiens. Who played key roles for the Flames...

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Featured
/ 2 years ago

Winnipeg Jets Quick Hits: Ehlers, Connor, Hellebuyck & More

On Tuesday night, the Winnipeg Jets beat the New Jersey Devils 6-3. Who were the biggest contributors for the Jets?

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Vancouver Canucks
/ 2 years ago

Canucks Quick Hits: Soucy, Di Giuseppe & Joshua

The Vancouver Canucks have started the season off well. How have Carson Soucy, Phil Di Giuseppe, and Dakota Joshua contributed?

By Old Prof
Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 2 years ago

A Logical Case for Maple Leafs To Trade William Nylander

Whether as a Toronto Maple Leafs fan you buy it or not, there's a logic for trading William Nylander. What is...

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Edmonton Oilers
/ 2 years ago

How Silly: Firing Jay Woodcroft Won’t Solve the Oilers’ Woes

The Edmonton Oilers are having a slow start. However, was Jay Woodcroft to blame? The Oilers management thought so? They fired...

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Featured
/ 2 years ago

Is Maple Leafs Mark Giordano Too Old to Fight?

During the Vancouver Canucks game, Toronto Maple Leafs player David Kampf was hit dangerously. Mark Giordano jumped in. Should he have...

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Montreal Canadiens
/ 3 years ago

Coach St. Louis Applauds Canadiens’ Grit: Winning Can Hurt

The Montreal Canadiens might not make the postseason this year, but they are becoming a force. What have they learned about...

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Vancouver Canucks
/ 3 years ago

Teddy Blueger Poised to Improve the Canucks This Season

Now that Teddy Blueger has returned from his injury, what will the team get from him during the season? How can...

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Winnipeg Jets
/ 3 years ago

Jets’ Neal Pionk Opens Up About Long-Time Friend Adam Johnson

Recently, in a tragic accident, Adam Johnson was killed playing professional hockey in United Kingdom. How is his loss felt by...

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Chicago Blackhawks
/ 3 years ago

Connor Bedard’s Perfect Blackhawks’ Situation for Growth

Connor Bedard is an emerging star. How does his situation on the Chicago Blackhawks actually support his growth toward stardom?

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Featured
/ 3 years ago

Maple Leafs Quick Hits: McMann, Gregor, Domi, Gio & Robertson

Last night, the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Vancouver Canucks. What players had key roles in the win? How did the...

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Featured
/ 3 years ago

Maple Leafs Quick Hits in Dominant Flames Shoot Out Win

Last night, although the game went to a shootout, the Toronto Maple Leafs dominated the Calgary Flames. What were the key...

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Chicago Blackhawks
/ 3 years ago

Coach Richardson Says Bedard’s Starting to Figure the NHL Out

On Thursday night, Connor Bedard led his Chicago Blackhawks to a win over the Tampa Bay Lightning. What NHL record did...

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Featured
/ 3 years ago

Canucks Quick Hits: Pettersson, DeSmith, Mikheyev & Hronek

Last night, the Vancouver Canucks beat the Ottawa Senators by a score of 5-2. Who played key roles for the Canucks...

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Featured
/ 3 years ago

Despite Maple Leafs Turmoil, There Are Sunny Spots

The Toronto Maple Leafs lost an ugly game last night to the Ottawa Senators. That said, are there any sunny spots...

By Old Prof
Featured
/ 3 years ago

3 Takeaways from Senators 6-3 Win Over Maple Leafs

Last night, the Ottawa Senators needed a win and they got it. It wasn't pretty but there were great parts. What...

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