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

Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 years ago

Maple Leafs’ Question: How Much Should Matt Murray Be Playing?

The Toronto Maple Leafs are facing a big question. How much should Matt Murray be playing with home-ice advantage at stake?

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 years ago

Three Takeaways from Maple Leafs’ 2-1 Loss to the Avalanche

Last night the Toronto Maple Leafs lost in a shootout to the Colorado Avalanche. What were the three key takeaways from...

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Edmonton Oilers
/ 3 years ago

How Well Do You Know Your Edmonton Oilers’ 1990s History?

The Edmonton Oilers have a great history. How well do you know the team's history in the 1990s? Test your knowledge.

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 years ago

Three Reasons Mitch Marner Is the Maple Leafs’ Best Player

Last season Auston Matthews was widely known as the Toronto Maple Leafs' best player. Has that changed? Is it now Mitch...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 years ago

Three Takeaways from Maple Leafs’ 4-3 Loss to the Sabres

Last night the Toronto Maple Leafs lost to the Buffalo Sabres by a score of 4-3. What were the three key...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 years ago

Maple Leafs Exorcizing Muzzin’s Ghost with an 11/7 Lineup Move

When Ryan O'Reilly was injured last week, coach Sheldon Keefe began using an 11 forward, 7 defensemen lineup. What Jake Muzzin...

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Edmonton Oilers
/ 3 years ago

Three Takeaways from Maple Leafs’ 7-4 Win Over the Oilers

Last night, the Toronto Maple Leafs had a strong comeback win over the Edmonton Oilers. What were the three key takeaways...

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Edmonton Oilers
/ 3 years ago

Maple Leafs Meet Oilers in Revenge Game: Who Will Win?

The Toronto Maple Leafs meet the Edmonton Oilers in a revenge game. Who will win the game? Will Auston Matthews or...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 years ago

Maple Leafs’ Jake McCabe: What Does He Add to the Team?

One of the Toronto Maple Leafs newcomers is defenseman Jake McCabe. What does he bring to the team? What will his...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 years ago

Kyper & Bourne Say Bench Maple Leafs Morgan Rielly: Ignorant

Hockey analysts Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne discuss benching Toronto Maple Leafs Morgan Rielly. Why is that a stupid idea?

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 years ago

Three Takeaways from Maple Leafs’ 4-3 Win Over Devils

Last night, the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the New Jersey Devils 4-3. What were the three key takeaways from the game?

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 years ago

Maple Leafs’ Quick Hits: O’Reilly vs. Foligno, Is Tampa Bay Toast?

The Toronto Maple Leafs had bad news today about Ryan O'Reilly. How bad is it? Are the Tampa Bay Lightning imploding...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 years ago

Maple Leafs GM Dubas Did His Job: Now It’s Up to Matthews

The Toronto Maple Leafs' general manager Kyle Dubas did a good job building this team. Now it's up to Auston Matthews....

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 years ago

Three Takeaways from Maple Leafs’ 4-1 Loss to the Canucks

The Toronto Maple Leafs lost to the Vancouver Canucks last night by a score of 4-1. What are the biggest takeaways...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 years ago

Ryan O’Reilly Looks Like a New (Better) Player with Maple Leafs

Newcomer Ryan O'Reilly looks like a new and better player with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Why does Justin Bourne think that...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 years ago

Three Takeaways from Maple Leafs’ 2-1 Win vs Flames

Last night, the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Calgary Flames 2-1. What were the three key takeaways from the game?

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 years ago

Three Takeaways from Maple Leafs’ 5-2 Loss to the Oilers

Last night, the Toronto Maple Leafs lost to the Edmonton Oilers. What are the three key takeaways from that game?

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 years ago

Did Maple Leafs Have Lightning in Mind with Schenn Trade?

When the Toronto Maple Leafs traded for Luke Schenn, did they have the Tampa Bay Lightning in mind? Is Schenn a...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 years ago

Analyzing the Maple Leafs’ Trade for Jake McCabe & Sam Lafferty

Yesterday, the Toronto Maple Leafs made a trade that brought Jake McCabe and Sam Lafferty to the team. Is that enough...

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Toronto Maple Leafs
/ 3 years ago

Three Takeaways from Maple Leafs’ 5-1 Win Over Kraken

On Sunday night, the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Seattle Kraken 5-1. What were the three key takeaways from the game?

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