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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.

What Nylander’s Deal Means for Draisaitl and McDavid Contracts

Jim Parsons | January 9, 2024

If there’s one thing the William Nylander deal just proved, it’s that Leon Draisaitl is going to get paid. Nylander’s eight-year, $11.5 million AAV extension has put Draisaitl into an…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL News & Rumors: Flyers, Oilers, Maple Leafs

Jim Parsons | January 9, 2024

In today’s NHL news and rumors rundown, the Philadelphia Flyers traded Cutter Gauthier to the Anaheim Ducks for defenseman Jamie Drysdale and a second-round selection in 2025. Immediately after the…

Categories Edmonton Oilers, NHL Rumors, Philadelphia Flyers, Toronto Maple Leafs

Multiple Dominos Fall If Maple Leafs Don’t Win Cup This Season

Jim Parsons | January 8, 2024

The William Nylander contract extension changes everything. On the one hand, it’s great that the Toronto Maple Leafs have another star player locked up for the long-term, with Nylander committed…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL News & Rumors: Maple Leafs, Penguins, Canucks

Jim Parsons | January 8, 2024

In today’s NHL news and rumors rundown, the Toronto Maple Leafs have made the signing of William Nylander official, inking him to a record-breaking extension. Meanwhile, how does this affect…

Categories NHL Rumors, Pittsburgh Penguins, Toronto Maple Leafs, Vancouver Canucks

Hyman Labeled One of Great Free-Agent Signings in Past Decade

Jim Parsons | January 7, 2024

The controversial and often extremely biased social account Editor in Leaf said when Zach Hyman left the Toronto Maple Leafs as a free agent in 2022 that the Edmonton Oilers…

Categories Edmonton Oilers

NHL News & Rumors: Maple Leafs, Oilers, Flames, Red Wings

Jim Parsons | January 7, 2024

In today’s NHL news and rumors rundown, Elliotte Friedman has updated fans on what he knows about the William Nylander deal that is pending with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Sam…

Categories Calgary Flames, Detroit Red Wings, Edmonton Oilers, NHL Rumors, Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL News & Rumors: Senators, Blackhawks, Canucks, Penguins

Jim Parsons | January 6, 2024

In today’s NHL news and rumors rundown, Ottawa Senators’ GM Steve Staios confirmed that he’d like to land some veteran help for his young core. Meanwhile, there is talk about…

Categories Chicago Blackhawks, NHL Rumors, Ottawa Senators, Pittsburgh Penguins, Vancouver Canucks

Oilers Could Have 3 Deals In Back Pocket Ahead of Trade Deadline

Jim Parsons | January 5, 2024

If the Edmonton Oilers wanted to make a trade, they probably could. But, the plan right now is likely to be patient as the team is on a nice little…

Categories Edmonton Oilers

NHL News & Rumors: Canucks, Maple Leafs, Flames

Jim Parsons | January 5, 2024

In today’s NHL news and rumors rundown, Andrei Kuzmenko was a healthy scratch again and one insider claims the Vancouver Canucks are at the end of the rope with the…

Categories Calgary Flames, NHL Rumors, Toronto Maple Leafs, Vancouver Canucks

Auston Matthews Officially Named a Maple Leafs’ 2024 All-Star

Jim Parsons | January 4, 2024

Auston Matthews, the Toronto Maple Leafs’ 30-goal sniper, is set to play a significant role as a captain of the Eastern Conference squad during the upcoming All-Star festivities in Toronto…

Categories All-Star Weekend, NHL News, Toronto Maple Leafs

Oilers Diminish Appeal of Goalie Trade Options with Recent Wins

Jim Parsons | January 4, 2024

The Edmonton Oilers are scoring at will in recent games. With a 30-12 positive goal differential, and versus some teams that have goaltenders the Oilers might be considering ahead of…

Categories Edmonton Oilers

NHL News & Rumors: Canadiens, Oilers, Flames, Penguins, Devils

Jim Parsons | January 4, 2024

In today’s NHL news and rumors rundown, the Calgary Flames got good news when it comes to defenseman Oliver Kylington who is, in a manner of speaking, returning to the…

Categories Calgary Flames, Edmonton Oilers, Montreal Canadiens, New Jersey Devils, NHL Rumors, Pittsburgh Penguins
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