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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.

NHL Rumors: Oilers, Flyers, Canucks, Maple Leafs, Sabres

Jim Parsons | April 23, 2024

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, one media member has called out Evander Kane of the Edmonton Oilers for bringing needless drama to the team. In Toronto, there is drama too…

Categories Buffalo Sabres, Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, NHL Rumors, Philadelphia Flyers, Toronto Maple Leafs, Vancouver Canucks

Oilers Sit Connor Brown and Derek Ryan in Game 1 vs. Kings

Jim Parsons | April 22, 2024

The Edmonton Oilers have confirmed their starting lineup versus the Los Angeles Kings for Game 1 of their Western Conference first-round series. Evander Kane and Dylan Holloway are in, Derek…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, NHL News

NHL Rumors: Oilers, Flames, Maple Leafs, Flyers

Jim Parsons | April 22, 2024

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Toronto Maple Leafs are waiting to make a game-time decision on William Nylander’s status versus the Boston Bruins in Game 2. Meanwhile, the Edmonton…

Categories Calgary Flames, Editor's Choice, Edmonton Oilers, NHL Rumors, Philadelphia Flyers, Toronto Maple Leafs

Evander Kane and LTIR Mess Looms for Oilers Before Game 1 vs Kings

Jim Parsons | April 22, 2024

There are more than a few fans and insiders asking questions about Evander Kane‘s revelation that he’s dealing with a nagging sports hernia issue ahead of Game 1 in the…

Categories Edmonton Oilers

Evander Kane Dealing with Nagging Sports Hernia Injury

Jim Parsons | April 21, 2024

Evander Kane was on the ice for practice with the Edmonton Oilers on Sunday and he’s hopeful for Game 1 versus the Los Angeles Kings, but it’s not a guarantee.…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, NHL News

10 More Thoughts: Oilers vs Kings 2023-24 NHL Playoffs Round 1

Jim Parsons | April 21, 2024

Earlier today, I published a premium Substack article entitled: “15 Thoughts: Oilers vs Kings 2023-24 NHL Playoffs Round 1”. I realized while writing it that I had a few more…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Los Angeles Kings

NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Flames, Utah Hockey Team Nickname

Jim Parsons | April 21, 2024

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Sheldon Keefe called out Max Domi after Game 1 versus the Bruins. How long will Domi’s leash be? Have MacKenzie…

Categories Calgary Flames, Editor's Choice, NHL Rumors, Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Flames, Flyers, Avalanche, Devils

Jim Parsons | April 20, 2024

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Toronto Maple Leafs aren’t revealing if William Nylander will play in Game 1 versus the Boston Bruins and there’s speculation of an injury. Meanwhile,…

Categories Calgary Flames, Colorado Avalanche, Editor's Choice, New Jersey Devils, NHL Rumors, Philadelphia Flyers, Toronto Maple Leafs

Nylander Squashes Injury Rumor Ahead of Uncertain Game 1 Status

Jim Parsons | April 20, 2024

William Nylander may not be available for Game 1 as the Toronto Maple Leafs take on the Boston Bruins on Saturday, but it’s not because he was playing on an…

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

Oilers News & Rumors: Skinner, Gagner, Holloway, Preview vs. Kings

Jim Parsons | April 19, 2024

In an Edmonton Oilers news and rumors update, head coach Kris Knoblauch apologized to goaltender Stuart Skinner for hanging him out to dry against the Colorado Avalanche on Thursday. Meanwhile,…

Categories Edmonton Oilers

T.J. Brodie Doesn’t Make Cut for Maple Leafs First Playoff Game

Jim Parsons | April 19, 2024

According to Luke Fox of Sportsnet and Jonas Siegel of The Athletic, it appears T.J. Brodie is the odd man out on defense as the Toronto Maple Leafs get set…

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

Who Plays, Who Sits In Oilers’ First-Round Series with Kings

Jim Parsons | April 19, 2024

The Edmonton Oilers now know their first-round opponent in the 2023-24 NHL playoffs. For the third consecutive season, it will be the Oilers vs. the Los Angeles Kings and while…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Los Angeles Kings
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