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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 Keys to Series as Oilers Eliminate Kings in 5 Games

Jim Parsons | May 2, 2024

The Edmonton Oilers defeated the Los Angeles Kings in the first round of the 2023-24 NHL Playoffs, the third time they’ve ousted the Kings in three seasons. Two seasons ago…

Categories Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, Los Angeles Kings

Analyst Says Leafs Have “Passenger” Problem with Matthews in Lineup

Jim Parsons | May 1, 2024

Auston Matthews may or may not be able to play Game 6 for the Toronto Maple Leafs on Thursday. His “illness” is still very much a dark cloud hanging over…

Categories Editor's Choice, NHL News, Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL Snubbing Bouchard as Norris Trophy Finalist Fine for Oilers

Jim Parsons | May 1, 2024

It’s fair to argue that Edmonton Oilers’ defenseman Evan Bouchard got snubbed this season when it comes to consideration for the 2023-24 Norris Trophy. Bouchard was not among the three…

Categories Edmonton Oilers

NHL Rumors: Lightning, Panthers, Jets, Islanders

Jim Parsons | May 1, 2024

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Tampa Bay Lightning GM Julien BriseBois updated the media on the status of contract negotiations with Steven Stamkos. Meanwhile, Sam Bennett is close to a…

Categories Editor's Choice, Florida Panthers, New York Islanders, NHL Rumors, Tampa Bay Lightning, Winnipeg Jets

Ex-Oilers Coach Shuns Team’s Playoff Games After Rough Exit

Jim Parsons | April 30, 2024

It won’t be long before former Edmonton Oilers coach Jay Woodcroft lands on his feet again and is an NHL bench boss. It seems like every other day there is…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, NHL News

Oilers News & Rumors: Skinner, Campbell, Desharnais, & the Power Play

Jim Parsons | April 30, 2024

In an Edmonton Oilers news and rumors update, Stuart Skinner posted his first-ever career playoff shutout, proving that the team has a legitimate playoff starting goaltender who can win them…

Categories Edmonton Oilers

NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Kraken, Ducks, Capitals, Lightning

Jim Parsons | April 30, 2024

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Auston Matthews is a maybe for Game 5 versus the Bruins. Meanwhile, the Seattle Kraken fired Dave Hakstol as their coach. It sounds like this…

Categories Anaheim Ducks, Editor's Choice, NHL Rumors, Seattle Kraken, Tampa Bay Lightning, Toronto Maple Leafs, Washington Capitals

Why Maple Leafs Should Leak the Captured Bench Bickering Audio

Jim Parsons | April 29, 2024

Speaking about the Toronto Maple Leafs’ playoff woes, NHL insider Chris Johnston noted on his podcast this week that audio likely exists of the bench argument between William Nylander and…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

Rumored Long-Term Deal for Desharnais Makes Sense for Oilers

Jim Parsons | April 29, 2024

Reports that the Edmonton Oilers like Vincent Desharnais are not new. Dating back to when the team gave him a shot out of the AHL versus trading for a more…

Categories Edmonton Oilers

Keefe on Matthews’ Game 5 Availability and Unusual Illness Status

Jim Parsons | April 29, 2024

Auston Matthews may not be available for the Toronto Maple Leafs in a do-or-die Game 5 playoff situation against the Boston Bruins. Head coach Sheldon Keefe said he was hopeful,…

Categories NHL News, Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Capitals, Canadiens, Sabres

Jim Parsons | April 29, 2024

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Toronto Maple Leafs appear to be approaching Game 5 as though they might not have access to Auston Matthews. Meanwhile, are the Washington Capitals…

Categories Buffalo Sabres, Editor's Choice, Montreal Canadiens, NHL Rumors, Toronto Maple Leafs, Washington Capitals

Maple Leafs’ and Oilers’ Core Comparisons Can Finally Stop

Jim Parsons | April 28, 2024

Neither series is over, but following a Game 4 disaster and infighting among the Toronto Maple Leafs’s top stars, it’s going to be next to impossible for the Leafs to…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Toronto Maple Leafs
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