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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.

Krueger is Proving the Oilers Wrong

Jim Parsons | September 28, 2016

If you’ve been paying any attention to the World Cup of Hockey, you’re probably aware that Tuesday evening was the start of a best-of-three finals series between Team Canada and…

Categories Edmonton Oilers

Pitlick Seizes Overdue Opportunity

Jim Parsons | September 27, 2016

It started with Benoit Pouliot missing Monday’s pre-season game due to illness and ended with Tyler Pitlick — Pouliot’s last minute replacement — potting a goal and an assist in a…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Oilers Prospects

Optics of a Trouba Trade to Edmonton

Jim Parsons | September 25, 2016

As The Hockey Writers reported, Jacob Trouba has requested a trade from the Winnipeg Jets.  It won’t take long for a list of teams to start inquiring about the asking price for…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Oilers Transactions

Young Stars Making Decisions Difficult for the Oilers

Jim Parsons | September 23, 2016

The Edmonton Oilers finished up the 2016 Young Stars and Rookie Tournament on Wednesday with a victory over the University of Alberta Golden Bears. It was a fantastic showing as…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Oilers Prospects

Defensive Depth a Difference Maker for the Oilers?

Jim Parsons | September 21, 2016

One of the biggest changes to the Edmonton Oilers roster this summer was the trade that saw left-winger Taylor Hall leave the team and usher in former New Jersey Devil…

Categories Edmonton Oilers

Oilers Signing Russell May Work Under 2 Conditions

Jim Parsons | September 19, 2016

According to reports from some reliable Edmonton media, the Edmonton Oilers have reached out to free agent defender Kris Russell. The still unsigned defenceman, who played last season with the Dallas…

Categories Edmonton Oilers

Oilers International Players Set to Make Big Impact

Jim Parsons | September 17, 2016

The Edmonton Oilers have gotten their pre-season off to a solid start. While official NHL camps haven’t opened yet, The World Cup of Hockey is getting into full swing and…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Oilers Prospects

Five Fringe Oilers in Jeopardy of Losing Their Jobs

Jim Parsons | September 16, 2016

Every NHL team has fringe players — players who barely hang on to NHL employment and are one bad week, maybe one bad game, away from losing their spot to another…

Categories Edmonton Oilers

Oilers Rookie Camp Roster Should Excite Fans

Jim Parsons | September 15, 2016

For Oilers fans who love to see where young prospects and rookies end up, the Oilers’ Rookie Camp — happening between September 16-19 — is one of the most exciting…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Oilers Prospects

Oilers Right Wing Depth Could Be Trouble for Pakarinen

Jim Parsons | September 13, 2016

Depth on any hockey team means there are a number of suitable players who can take regular shifts, offer productive value and help the team. Until this summer, the Edmonton…

Categories Edmonton Oilers

Versteeg Gets PTO… Cue the Speculation

Jim Parsons | September 10, 2016

The Edmonton Oilers officially signed Kris Versteeg to a professional tryout (PTO) on Friday. If this turns into an actual NHL contract, it adds some much-needed depth at the right-wing…

Categories Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, Oilers Transactions

Is Nugent-Hopkins a Second or Third-Line Center?

Jim Parsons | September 8, 2016

A few days ago, I wrote a piece suggesting the Edmonton Oilers give Leon Draisaitl time at the wing position instead of his natural center role. The logic behind the…

Categories Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers
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