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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: Flyers, Blue Jackets, Kings, Golden Knights

Jim Parsons | June 7, 2023

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, following a three-team trade between the Philadelphia Flyers, Columbus Blue Jackets, and Los Angeles Kings, is Carter Hart on the verge of being traded by…

Categories Columbus Blue Jackets, Los Angeles Kings, NHL Rumors, Philadelphia Flyers, Vegas Golden Knights

Carter Hart: The Feel-Good, Unlikely Summer Story for the Oilers

Jim Parsons | June 7, 2023

Every offseason there seems to be one storyline that catches most of the attention in Edmonton. Fans get all worked up about a trade or a free agent coming to…

Categories Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, Philadelphia Flyers

NHL Rumors: Senators, Penguins, Maple Leafs, Rangers, Flyers

Jim Parsons | June 6, 2023

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Ottawa Senators are reportedly exploring the trade market for Alex DeBrincat. Meanwhile, the Pittsburgh Penguins and Toronto Maple Leafs are going to need to…

Categories New York Rangers, NHL Rumors, Ottawa Senators, Philadelphia Flyers, Toronto Maple Leafs

While Senators Open to DeBrincat Trade, Oilers Should Stay Away

Jim Parsons | June 5, 2023

News dropped on Monday that the Ottawa Senators “have begun examining the trade market for winger Alex DeBrincat.” Following previous reports that the organization was looking at all contract options for…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Ottawa Senators

NHL Rumors: Jets, Ducks, Sabres, Oilers, Canadiens

Jim Parsons | June 5, 2023

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, what might be a few of the potential landing spots for Mark Scheifele of the Winnipeg Jets? Meanwhile, the Anaheim Ducks have hired a new…

Categories Anaheim Ducks, Buffalo Sabres, Edmonton Oilers, Montreal Canadiens, NHL Rumors, Winnipeg Jets

Oilers Eye Risky, Big, “Go For It” Trade To Load Up This Offseason

Jim Parsons | June 4, 2023

According to Elliotte Friedman, the Edmonton Oilers are in go-for-it mode. With a window to win that is open now and one that might stay open for the next three…

Categories Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers

NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Devils, Jets, Oilers, Bruins

Jim Parsons | June 4, 2023

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, there are updates on the coaching situation in Toronto, talk about how the core for the Winnipeg Jets might change, speculation the New Jersey Devils…

Categories Boston Bruins, Edmonton Oilers, New Jersey Devils, NHL Rumors, Toronto Maple Leafs, Winnipeg Jets

NHL Rumors: Bruins, Ducks, Oilers, Blue Jackets and Babcock

Jim Parsons | June 3, 2023

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Boston Bruins are said to be seeking ways to keep Tyler Bertuzzi from leaving in free agency. What might they do roster-wise to find…

Categories Anaheim Ducks, Boston Bruins, Columbus Blue Jackets, Edmonton Oilers, NHL Rumors

4 Key Fixes a Focus of Treliving’s Strategic Mission for Maple Leafs

Jim Parsons | June 2, 2023

In the realm of professional sports, change is often seen as a catalyst for improvement. However, new Toronto Maple Leafs General Manager Brad Treliving seems ready to challenge this notion.…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL Rumors: Penguins, Maple Leafs, Flyers, Canadiens, Rangers

Jim Parsons | June 2, 2023

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Pittsburgh Penguins announced Kyle Dubas as the new President of Hockey Operations. What is his plan for the vacant GM position? Just minutes before…

Categories Montreal Canadiens, New York Rangers, Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins, Toronto Maple Leafs

The Reality Behind Rumors of Nugent-Hopkins Trade Talk to Bruins

Jim Parsons | June 1, 2023

An interesting rumor has gotten a lot of attention over the past week. I wouldn’t so much suggest it’s gained a lot of steam since most of the responses to…

Categories Boston Bruins, Edmonton Oilers

2023 Stanley Cup Final: Do Oilers Fans Back Eichel or Tkachuk?

Jim Parsons | June 1, 2023

Using a couple of popular Oilers-dedicated Facebook pages, a Twitter survey, and some good old-fashioned poking at my colleagues and friends, I posed a very simple question: “As a fan…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Florida Panthers, Vegas Golden Knights
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