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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.

Teams Focus on Maple Leafs’ Matthews for Copycat Tkachuk Deal

Jim Parsons | May 29, 2023

According to Greg Wyshynski of ESPN, “The NHL is a copycat league. Physical team plays for the Cup? Gotta muscle up. Fast team plays for the Cup? Gotta get some…

Categories Editor's Choice, Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL Rumors: Flames, Oilers, Maple Leafs, Capitals

Jim Parsons | May 29, 2023

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Craig Conroy hints that the Calgary Flames will be trying to trade one of their three goaltenders. Meanwhile, will the Edmonton Oilers revisit a few…

Categories Calgary Flames, Edmonton Oilers, NHL Rumors, Toronto Maple Leafs, Washington Capitals

Is a 2-For-1 Costly Upgrade an Option for Oilers This Offseason?

Jim Parsons | May 28, 2023

On Oilersnation Everyday this past week, the two hosts of the show started discussing the aggressive approach the Edmonton Oilers might take to their offseason. Ken Holland said he wouldn’t “buy green…

Categories Edmonton Oilers

Maple Leafs Could Be Target For Flames in Titanic-Like Trade

Jim Parsons | May 28, 2023

As rumors swirl about the “core four” in Toronto, another Canadian NHL team is going to through a potentially similar situation to the one they faced last offseason when they…

Categories Calgary Flames, Editor's Choice, Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL Rumors: Rangers, Flyers, Flames, Hurricanes, Jets

Jim Parsons | May 28, 2023

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, despite rumors they might wait to see what happens in Toronto and Pittsburgh, reports the New York Rangers might be leaning towards one particular coach…

Categories Calgary Flames, Carolina Hurricanes, New York Rangers, NHL Rumors, Philadelphia Flyers, Winnipeg Jets

Cracking the Oilers and Ken Holland “Green Bananas” Code

Jim Parsons | May 27, 2023

When Edmonton Oilers general manager Ken Holland said he doesn’t invest in green bananas, what exactly did he mean? Well, the phrase is typically used to signify the idea that…

Categories Edmonton Oilers

NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Penguins, Rangers, Senators

Jim Parsons | May 27, 2023

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, more candidates are being mentioned in connection to the vacant GM job for the Toronto Maple Leafs. What is the reaction to some of these…

Categories New York Rangers, NHL Rumors, Ottawa Senators, Pittsburgh Penguins, Toronto Maple Leafs

Oilers Should Decline Bruins Rumored Roster-Altering Trade Offer

Jim Parsons | May 26, 2023

Take this rumor for what it is, a rumor, but according to Jimmy Murphy of Boston Hockey Now, more than one source has told him that the Boston Bruins might be…

Categories Boston Bruins, Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers

NHL Rumors: Canadiens, Hurricanes, Blackhawks, Canucks

Jim Parsons | May 26, 2023

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Montreal Canadiens are likely set to target a right-shot defenseman. How will they get what they need? Are the Carolina Hurricanes in a position…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes, Chicago Blackhawks, Montreal Canadiens, NHL Rumors, Vancouver Canucks

NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Oilers, Hurricanes, Bruins

Jim Parsons | May 25, 2023

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, where are the Toronto Maple Leafs at in their interview process to find a new general manager? Is it Brad Treliving or bust? Meanwhile, what…

Categories Boston Bruins, Carolina Hurricanes, Edmonton Oilers, NHL Rumors, Toronto Maple Leafs

Aspiring Leafs GMs Will Have to Sidestep Shanahan’s One Rule

Jim Parsons | May 25, 2023

As per NHL insider Andy Strickland, ‘Sounds like the Toronto job is Brad Treliving’s to lose.” It’s an interesting choice of words because it suggests there’s something Brad Treliving could…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

Insider Hints Nick Bjugstad Out of Oilers Free Agent Price Range

Jim Parsons | May 24, 2023

According to Frank Seravalli — who did a recent rundown of 50 pending UFAs and their value on the open market — current Edmonton Oilers forward Nick Bjugstad comes in…

Categories Edmonton Oilers
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