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Jim Parsons

Jim Parsons is a senior THW freelance writer, part-time journalist and audio/video host who lives, eats, sleeps and breathes NHL news and rumors, while also writing features on the Edmonton Oilers and Toronto Maple Leafs. He’s been a trusted source for six-plus years at The Hockey Writers, but more than that, he’s on a mission to keep readers up to date with the latest NHL rumors and trade talk. Jim is a daily must for readers who want to be “in the know.” Other content contributions include: NHLtradetalk.com, The Sportster and hosting weekly video casts, THW News and Rumors Rundown, plus Oilers Overtime. For interview requests or to provide content info, follow Jim on Twitter or his social media accounts. They appear under his photo on articles like this one.

NHL Rumors: Schenn & Mangiapane Bitter, Treliving Purge, Jarry Drama

Jim Parsons | March 10, 2026

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the fallout from some of the trades made at the deadline is becoming clear, with at least two players taking not-so-subtle shots at their former…

Categories Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, NHL Rumors, Pittsburgh Penguins, St Louis Blues, Toronto Maple Leafs

Toronto’s Situation With Auston Matthews Will Get Complicated

Jim Parsons | March 9, 2026

Recent comments from insider Elliotte Friedman have sparked widespread discussion about the long-term future of Auston Matthews with the Toronto Maple Leafs following the 2026 NHL trade deadline. Appearing on…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL Rumors: Offseason Moves for Oilers, Penguins, Senators

Jim Parsons | March 9, 2026

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, now that the NHL Trade Deadline is in the rearview mirror, what’s next for teams that have decisions to make over the summer? The answer…

Categories Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, NHL Rumors, Ottawa Senators, Pittsburgh Penguins

NHL Rumors: Bobrovsky, Trocheck, and Big Names… Including Knies?

Jim Parsons | March 6, 2026

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, it’s deadline day, and the last deals will go down over the next few hours. Who goes, who doesn’t? The biggest names still out there…

Categories Anaheim Ducks, Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, Florida Panthers, New York Rangers, NHL Rumors, Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs Plans, Thomas Trade, Deadline Moves

Jim Parsons | March 5, 2026

In today’s NHL Rumors Rundown, the Toronto Maple Leafs may still have a contract decision looming with Bobby McMann, and their asking price for Nicolas Roy remains high. Meanwhile, the…

Categories Columbus Blue Jackets, Editor's Choice, NHL Rumors, St Louis Blues, Toronto Maple Leafs, Utah Mammoth

NHL Rumors: Panthers Selling, Oilers Big Splash, Thomas to Sabres

Jim Parsons | March 4, 2026

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Florida Panthers have officially pivoted to selling, with two fairly big names available. Meanwhile, the Buffalo Sabres and St. Louis Blues are at a…

Categories Buffalo Sabres, Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, Florida Panthers, NHL Rumors, St Louis Blues

NHL Rumors: Oilers Not Done, Maple Leafs Changes, Matthews and Tkachuk

Jim Parsons | March 3, 2026

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, are the Edmonton Oilers done after adding Connor Murphy via trade from the Chicago Blackhawks? As part of the conversation about the Oilers getting better,…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes, Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, NHL Rumors, Toronto Maple Leafs

Are the Maple Leafs and Oilers Working on a Nicolas Roy Trade?

Jim Parsons | March 3, 2026

With the Toronto Maple Leafs selling ahead of the March 6 deadline and the Edmonton Oilers clearing buying (they just added Connor Murphy via trade on Monday), one has to…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL Rumors: Fox’s Future, Offer for Trocheck, Bruins and Canucks, Oilers Hurdle

Jim Parsons | March 2, 2026

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the New York Rangers are facing a possible issue with defenseman Adam Fox. Meanwhile, the Detroit Red Wings are aggressively shopping for a top-six center…

Categories Boston Bruins, Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, Minnesota Wild, New York Rangers, NHL Rumors, Toronto Maple Leafs, Vancouver Canucks

Olympic Hero to Reality Check: Is Auston Matthews Out of Time?

Jim Parsons | February 28, 2026

How quickly good vibes can vanish, or that the glow can dissipate for a professional athlete, is a fascinating story. Just days after the Hughes brothers (Jack and Luke) hailed…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

Soft Sell or Full Sell-Off: What’s the Difference for the Maple Leafs

Jim Parsons | February 27, 2026

With the NHL trade deadline just a week away, the Toronto Maple Leafs have quietly flipped the “For Sale” sign from aggressive buyer to something a little softer. Multiple league…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs, Trade Deadline

NHL Rumors: Myers Update, Maple Leafs Soft Sell, and Oilers Getting Ekman-Larsson?

Jim Parsons | February 27, 2026

In today’s NHL Rumors Rundown, the Edmonton Oilers are eyeing defensive upgrades, and two names have been linked to them as possible targets. That said, there’s some work that needs…

Categories Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, NHL Rumors, Toronto Maple Leafs, Vancouver Canucks
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