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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.

Maple Leafs Have Plan A and Plan B to Move On from Matt Murray

Jim Parsons | July 5, 2023

The deadline for RFAs to elect salary arbitration is today at 5 pm EST. Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving mentioned a second buyout window while he was in…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Sabres, Red Wings, Sharks, Canucks

Jim Parsons | July 5, 2023

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Elliotte Friedman offered a number of rumors in his season-ending episode of the 32 Thoughts podcast. Among them, the Buffalo Sabres are talking contract extensions…

Categories Buffalo Sabres, Detroit Red Wings, NHL Rumors, San Jose Sharks, Toronto Maple Leafs, Vancouver Canucks

NHL Rumors: Senators, Red Wings, Islanders, Ducks, Hurricanes

Jim Parsons | July 4, 2023

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, there is a lot of talk, and perhaps some misinformation floating out there in regards to Alex DeBrincat and where the Ottawa Senators are at…

Categories Anaheim Ducks, Carolina Hurricanes, Detroit Red Wings, New York Islanders, NHL Rumors, Ottawa Senators

New Ask by Nylander Well Outside Maple Leafs’ Comfort Zone

Jim Parsons | July 4, 2023

Contract talks between the Toronto Maple Leafs and William Nylander have hit a snag, leading to concerns about the star player’s future with the team. According to NHL insider Chris…

Categories Editor's Choice, Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Bruins, Lightning

Jim Parsons | July 3, 2023

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Toronto Maple Leafs signed two major forward free agents on Sunday leaving them over the salary cap ceiling. There will be some LTIR assistance,…

Categories Boston Bruins, NHL Rumors, Tampa Bay Lightning, Toronto Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs and Bertuzzi May Have Talked Optics of Long-Term Deal

Jim Parsons | July 3, 2023

Maple Leafs’ fans were pleasantly surprised by the news that the Toronto Maple Leafs had signed forward Tyler Bertuzzi to a one-year contract worth $5.5 million on the second day…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

Holland Still Looking for 4th-Line Center: Oilers 3 Buy-Low Options

Jim Parsons | July 2, 2023

General manager Ken Holland said he was still looking for a fourth-liner center after Day 1 of NHL Free Agency. While the Edmonton Oilers will be bargain-bin shopping and it…

Categories Edmonton Oilers

Maple Leafs Pop Up As Bidders For 2 Big UFAs Post Day 1 Chaos

Jim Parsons | July 2, 2023

** Author’s Update: Tyler Bertuzzi has signed a one-year deal with the Toronto Maple Leafs at a cap hit of $5.5 million. The reports are the Leafs pitched to him…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL Rumors: Penguins, Islanders, Senators, Bruins, Maple Leafs

Jim Parsons | July 2, 2023

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Pittsburgh Penguins and Carolina are two of the teams rumored to be heavily pursuing defenseman Erik Karlsson. In other news, the New York Islanders…

Categories Boston Bruins, Carolina Hurricanes, New York Islanders, NHL Rumors, Pittsburgh Penguins, Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Hurricanes, Red Wings, Predators, Rangers

Jim Parsons | July 1, 2023

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Toronto Maple Leafs are believed to be the frontrunners for the services of Ryan Reaves. Meanwhile, the Carolina Hurricanes are expected to be big…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes, Detroit Red Wings, Nashville Predators, New York Rangers, NHL Rumors, Toronto Maple Leafs

5 Newly-Added Free Agents Oilers Fans Might Want, But Won’t Get

Jim Parsons | June 30, 2023

The Edmonton Oilers won’t be big players in free agency. Likely to sign Connor Brown as their top target, and some other big names will land in other places with…

Categories Edmonton Oilers

NHL Rumors: Bruins, Maple Leafs, Red Wings, Oilers, Jets

Jim Parsons | June 30, 2023

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Tyler Bertuzzi will be testing free agency. Meanwhile, is William Nylander asking for more than the Toronto Maple Leafs are willing to pay? Did the…

Categories Boston Bruins, Detroit Red Wings, Edmonton Oilers, NHL Rumors, Toronto Maple Leafs, Winnipeg Jets
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