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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.

Crosby Sets Record, Celebrini and McDavid Wow In Team Canada Win Over France

Jim Parsons | February 15, 2026

In Team Canada’s 10-2 win over France on Sunday afternoon, Sidney Crosby added yet another milestone to his legendary hockey résumé. Among the other big storylines coming out of the…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Olympics, Pittsburgh Penguins, San Jose Sharks

NHL Rumors: Nylander Injury, McMann’s Value, McDavid and Celebrini?

Jim Parsons | February 13, 2026

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, William Nylander comments on his rumored injury, the Utah Mammoth could shake up the trade market at center, an insider looks at Bobby McMann‘s real…

Categories Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, NHL Rumors, San Jose Sharks, Toronto Maple Leafs, Utah Mammoth

Agent Says Flames Missed Key Stat Before Overpaying Mangiapane

Jim Parsons | February 13, 2026

After starting strong, Andrew Mangiapane has struggled with the Edmonton Oilers this season. Frankly, he didn’t have a great run with the Washington Capitals either. Despite having only one really…

Categories Calgary Flames, Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, Washington Capitals

NHL Rumors: Oilers Drama, Blue Jackets Shift, Maple Leafs and Raddysh

Jim Parsons | February 12, 2026

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Edmonton Oilers are once again being linked to a 20-goal winger while Calvin Pickard‘s agent throws shade at the other two netminders. Meanwhile, the…

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

Analysts Call for Maple Leafs to Pull Nylander From Olympics

Jim Parsons | February 11, 2026

The uncertainty surrounding William Nylander’s status ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics has ignited a heated debate among NHL analysts, with some arguing the Toronto Maple Leafs should shut him…

Categories Editor's Choice, Olympics, Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL Rumors: Oilers & Maple Leafs Still Linked, Binnington, Olympic Signings

Jim Parsons | February 11, 2026

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Edmonton Oilers and Toronto Maple Leafs are once again connected in trade chatter, Toronto faces mounting pressure to consider selling at the deadline, Olympic…

Categories Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, NHL Rumors, Olympics, St Louis Blues, Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL Rumors: Tuch Gamble, Canadiens Plan B, Maple Leafs and Hamilton

Jim Parsons | February 10, 2026

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Buffalo Sabres are betting big on a pending unrestricted free agent, the Montreal Canadiens are pivoting after their dream trade target officially comes off…

Categories Buffalo Sabres, Editor's Choice, Montreal Canadiens, New Jersey Devils, NHL Rumors, Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL Host Tags Canucks and Rangers Trade as Worst In NHL History

Jim Parsons | February 10, 2026

When it comes to trying to label the worst trade in NHL history, there are plenty of bad trades to choose from. So too, the criteria for what makes a…

Categories New York Rangers, Vancouver Canucks

Olympics Could Change the Auston Matthews Hostility in Toronto

Jim Parsons | February 9, 2026

As the 2026 Winter Olympics unfold in Milano Cortina, Auston Matthews will be leading Team USA as the captain. In many ways, this assignment is an opportunity to prove his…

Categories Olympics, Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL Rumors: Kraken Not Done, Oilers One-for-One Swap, Rangers Friction

Jim Parsons | February 9, 2026

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Seattle Kraken aren’t done hunting for elite scoring after striking out on Artemi Panarin. Meanwhile, the Edmonton Oilers are being linked to an old…

Categories Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, Los Angeles Kings, New York Rangers, NHL Rumors, Seattle Kraken

Maple Leafs Drawing Deadline Interest From Oilers Outside of McMann

Jim Parsons | February 8, 2026

Even after the Olympic roster freeze, the Toronto Maple Leafs continue to find themselves at the center of the trade conversation. A team they were linked to prior to the…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Toronto Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs Risking Hyman 2.0 Situation with Bobby McMann

Jim Parsons | February 7, 2026

Zach Hyman was not a youngster when the Toronto Maple Leafs let him walk away in free agency. He was 29, and the Maple Leafs told themselves at that time…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Toronto Maple Leafs
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