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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.

Matthews vs. McDavid: Whose Narrative Changed More at 2026 Olympics?

Jim Parsons | February 24, 2026

There’s really no longer a debate about how the better player is — it’s Connor McDavid by a mile. That said, this past week, the stage couldn’t have been bigger…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Olympics, Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL Rumors: McDavid Out, Toews Trade, Maple Leafs Waiting

Jim Parsons | February 24, 2026

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Connor McDavid is reportedly not going to be joining the Edmonton Oilers right away. Is it an injury? Are the Oilers worried about his mental…

Categories Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, NHL Rumors, Toronto Maple Leafs, Winnipeg Jets

5 Realistic Maple Leafs Trade Ideas Grounded in the Current Rumor Mill

Jim Parsons | February 23, 2026

The Toronto Maple Leafs are widely viewed as sellers if they can’t climb back into playoff contention. Currently sitting low in the Atlantic with slim odds of getting in, focusing…

Categories Colorado Avalanche, Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, Montreal Canadiens, Toronto Maple Leafs, Trade Deadline

NHL Rumors: Bruins & Oilers Linked to Flyers, Plus Trocheck and Bobrovsky Talk

Jim Parsons | February 23, 2026

in today’s NHL rumors rundown, Rasmus Ristolainen is a player who might generate some interest over the next few days. He showed well at the Olympics, and at least two…

Categories Boston Bruins, Detroit Red Wings, Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, Minnesota Wild, New York Rangers, NHL Rumors, Philadelphia Flyers, San Jose Sharks

NHL Rumors: Crosby Out, Bobrovsky to Canadiens, Kyrou Change, Coffey Talk

Jim Parsons | February 20, 2026

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Team Canada will be without its captain in a crucial Olympic semifinal, trade chatter is swirling around a star goaltender and the Montreal Canadiens, and…

Categories Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, Florida Panthers, Montreal Canadiens, NHL Rumors, St Louis Blues

Marner’s Olympic OT Winner Has Maple Leafs Fans Torn

Jim Parsons | February 19, 2026

Toronto Maple Leafs fans are riding an emotional rollercoaster after Mitch Marner’s dramatic overtime winner for Team Canada at the 2026 Winter Olympics. The former Toronto star, now with the…

Categories Olympics, Toronto Maple Leafs, Vegas Golden Knights

NHL Rumors: Coleman on Trade, Devils, Senators, Penguins, and Oilers Talk

Jim Parsons | February 19, 2026

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Calgary Flames are dealing with trade speculation surrounding Blake Coleman, who spoke about the rumors with the media this week. Meanwhile, the New Jersey…

Categories Calgary Flames, Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, New Jersey Devils, NHL Rumors, Ottawa Senators, Pittsburgh Penguins

NHL Rumors: Oilers in Danger, Kings and Pettersson, Crosby Injured?

Jim Parsons | February 18, 2026

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Edmonton Oilers could face tough internal decisions ahead of the trade deadline, the Montreal Canadiens may have to let go of long-held dreams of…

Categories Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, Los Angeles Kings, Montreal Canadiens, NHL Rumors, Pittsburgh Penguins, Vancouver Canucks

Who’s Eyeing Simon Benoit? Trade Rumors Heating Up

Jim Parsons | February 17, 2026

As the Olympic break gets closer to ending and teams start making real plans ahead of the NHL trade deadline, assume the Toronto Maple Leafs are going to be in…

Categories Anaheim Ducks, Buffalo Sabres, Edmonton Oilers, Toronto Maple Leafs, Trade Deadline

NHL Rumors: Contender Eyeing McMann, Benoit Interest, Bruins Like Faulk

Jim Parsons | February 17, 2026

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Toronto Maple Leafs could be weighing major decisions on Simon Benoit, the Colorado Avalanche are being linked to forward help from Toronto, and the…

Categories Boston Bruins, Colorado Avalanche, Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, NHL Rumors, St Louis Blues, Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL Rumors: Oilers Going Defense, Blackhawks Hold, Fiala Replacement

Jim Parsons | February 16, 2026

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Edmonton Oilers are reportedly pivoting, yet again. Meanwhile, could the Los Angeles Kings look for a replacement on the trade market with Kevin Fiala…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks, Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, NHL Rumors, Toronto Maple Leafs

Oilers’ Primary Target from Maple Leafs Feels Like a Misprint

Jim Parsons | February 15, 2026

There are so many reports linking the Toronto Maple Leafs and Edmonton Oilers in trade talks that one has to assume where there is smoke, there is fire. Barring a…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Toronto Maple Leafs
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