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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.

3 Options for Oilers to Create Internal Competition at Right Wing

Jim Parsons | August 7, 2022

The Edmonton Oilers signed Kailer Yamamoto to a two-year extension, tackling one of their RFA issues prior to the start of next season. While he’s likely set to take a…

Categories Edmonton Oilers

NHL Rumors: Oilers, Flames, Hurricanes, Avalanche

Jim Parsons | August 7, 2022

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Edmonton Oilers are still being linked to a couple of veteran free agents. Will either wind up with the organization? The Calgary Flames are…

Categories Calgary Flames, Carolina Hurricanes, Colorado Avalanche, Edmonton Oilers, NHL Rumors

NHL Rumors: Oilers, Ducks, Stars, Flames

Jim Parsons | August 6, 2022

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Edmonton Oilers are going to have to find a way to get under the salary cap. Could they do it without making a trade?…

Categories Anaheim Ducks, Calgary Flames, Dallas Stars, Edmonton Oilers, NHL Rumors

NHL Rumors: Flames, Bruins, Blues, Golden Knights

Jim Parsons | August 5, 2022

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Jonathan Huberdeau signed an eight-year extension with the Calgary Flames. Was this a good deal or way too large a contract for a soon-to-be 30-year-old?…

Categories Boston Bruins, Calgary Flames, NHL Rumors, St Louis Blues, Vegas Golden Knights

NHL Rumors: Oilers, Jets, Canadiens, Kings

Jim Parsons | August 4, 2022

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Edmonton Oilers signed forward Kailer Yamamoto to a new two-year deal. What does that mean for their roster now as the club is over…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Los Angeles Kings, Montreal Canadiens, NHL Rumors, Winnipeg Jets

NHL Rumors: Islanders, Canucks, Flames, Oilers

Jim Parsons | August 3, 2022

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, if the New York Islanders do land Nazem Kadri, who will they trade? Meanwhile, why can’t the Vancouver Canucks get out from under any of…

Categories Calgary Flames, Edmonton Oilers, New York Islanders, NHL Rumors, Vancouver Canucks

NHL Rumors: Flames, Bruins, Blackhawks, Flyers, Wild

Jim Parsons | August 2, 2022

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Calgary Flames met with Jonathan Huberdeau to potentially talk an extension. Meanwhile, the Boston Bruins know they have to clear cap space. How will…

Categories Boston Bruins, Calgary Flames, Chicago Blackhawks, Minnesota Wild, NHL Rumors, Philadelphia Flyers

Making Sense of the Phil Kessel to Edmonton Oilers Rumors

Jim Parsons | August 2, 2022

Over the last few days, Phil Kessel heading to the Edmonton Oilers chatter has gotten louder. There hasn’t been confirmation from the organization that anyone has talked to Kessel’s agent,…

Categories Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers

NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Islanders, Blues, Wild

Jim Parsons | August 1, 2022

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, are the New York Islanders set to announce a few deals are done? Will the Toronto Maple Leafs keep both Calle Jarnkrok and Alex Kerfoot…

Categories Minnesota Wild, New York Islanders, NHL Rumors, St Louis Blues, Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL Rumors: Canucks, Oilers, Blackhawks, P.K. Subban Talk

Jim Parsons | July 31, 2022

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Vancouver Canucks have given goaltending prospect Michael DiPietro permission to seek a trade. Meanwhile, there’s more momentum surrounding the idea that Phil Kessel might…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks, Edmonton Oilers, NHL Rumors, Vancouver Canucks

NHL Rumors: Oilers, Islanders, Blues, Flames, Stars, Blackhawks

Jim Parsons | July 30, 2022

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, there is talk the Edmonton Oilers weren’t signing Jesse Puljujarvi just to trade him. Meanwhile, the New York Islanders are believed to have some business…

Categories Calgary Flames, Chicago Blackhawks, Dallas Stars, Edmonton Oilers, New York Islanders, NHL Rumors

NHL Rumors: Canucks, Bruins, Oilers, Sharks

Jim Parsons | July 29, 2022

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Vancouver Canucks say they still plan to address their blue line and intend to do so via trade. Who might they be targeting? Meanwhile,…

Categories Boston Bruins, Edmonton Oilers, NHL Rumors, San Jose Sharks, Vancouver Canucks
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