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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.

Oilers Signing Jokinen a Smart Bet

Jim Parsons | July 8, 2017

Even though the Edmonton Oilers were destined to get rid of Benoit Pouliot, doing so created a hole on the left side of the lineup. Pouliot’s buyout happened at a…

Categories Edmonton Oilers

Rumor Rundown: Two Big Names Staying Put. Markov, Tavares News

Jim Parsons | July 7, 2017

Things have started to settle down a little in the hockey world. What was a crazy couple weeks between the NHL Entry Draft and NHL Free Agency on July 1,meant…

Categories Editor's Choice, Montreal Canadiens, Rumors

McDavid, Oilers Played His New Deal Perfectly

Jim Parsons | July 6, 2017

By now (even though it’s been less than 24 hours), the eight-year contract extension given to Connor McDavid is old news. McDavid is going to be $100 million richer and…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Oilers Transactions

Alex Radulov Signs With the Dallas Stars

Jim Parsons | July 3, 2017

The Dallas Stars started this summer with conviction when they traded for goalie Ben Bishop and defenseman Marc Methot. Then they bolstered their forward corps when they signed former Coyotes and Wild center Martin Hanzal. Monday came…

Categories Dallas Stars

Devils Acquire Marcus Johansson for 2018 Draft Picks

Jim Parsons | July 2, 2017

In a late trade on Sunday, the New Jersey Devils have acquired former Washington Capital Marcus Johansson for a second round pick (previously owned by Florida) and third round pick (previously…

Categories New Jersey Devils, Trades Contracts and Transactions, Washington Capitals

Schultz, Hunwick Sign 3-Yr Deals With Penguins, Niemi For One

Jim Parsons | July 1, 2017

The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed defenseman Justin Schultz to a new three-year extension, brought in defenseman Matt Hunwick for three years and signed backup goaltender Antti Niemi on a one-year…

Categories Free Agents, Pittsburgh Penguins

Leafs Sign Dominic Moore and Ron Hainsey

Jim Parsons | July 1, 2017

The Toronto Maple Leafs added two pieces on July 1. They signed veteran defenseman Ron Hainsey to a two-year $6 million contract and then added center Dominic Moore on a…

Categories Free Agents, Toronto Maple Leafs

Edmonton Oilers Sign Ty Rattie

Jim Parsons | July 1, 2017

The Edmonton Oilers were not expected to be very busy on July 1. That said, they did add a depth piece that will likely spend time in both the AHL…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Free Agents

Pouliot, Griffith and Chad Johnson Sign With Sabres

Jim Parsons | July 1, 2017

The Buffalo Sabres have signed two players on July 1, both on one-year deals. Both Benoit Pouliot and Chad Johnson are going to be given opportunities to cement their ability…

Categories Buffalo Sabres

Hurricanes Sign Justin Williams to 2-Year Deal

Jim Parsons | July 1, 2017

The Carolina Hurricanes have come to terms on a two-year agreement with right-winger Justin Williams. The deal is worth $9 million over those two seasons. Ron Francis, Executive Vice President…

Categories Carolina Hurricanes

Flames Re-Sign Michael Stone to 3-Year Deal

Jim Parsons | July 1, 2017

In a somewhat surprising move, the Calgary Flames added another piece to an already stacked top-four blue line when they re-signed defenseman Michael Stone to a three-year contract extension on…

Categories Calgary Flames, Flames Transactions

Rumor Rundown: Marleau and Thornton Leverage, Devils Busy

Jim Parsons | June 30, 2017

With only one day until free agency, the pieces are starting to fall into place. It’s coming down the wire and players are using teams as leverage, making their final…

Categories Free Agents, New Jersey Devils, NHL Rumors, Rumors
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