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About James Nichols

James is a fully credentialed New Jersey Devils beat reporter for New Jersey Hockey Now on Sportsnaut and the PHWAs New Jersey Chapter Chair, covering all things New Jersey Devils. A trusted source covering the NHL since 2015, James' passion for hockey keeps him up to date on all things NHL, especially the Devils. You can hear James speak on Devils Rink Report via YouTube, and occasionally on SiriusXM NHL Radio.

2026-05-01
In today's daily, a weird Devils stat, how Quinn Hughes delivered in Minnesota, Brady Tkachuk and the Panthers, and more.
2026-04-30
In today's daily, key contract projections Sunny Mehta needs to address this summer, Brady Tkachuk frustrated by rumors, and more.
2026-04-29
Devils 2026 contract projections: Hischier $11M extension, Nemec trade risk, & Gritsyuk as a potential bargain. Full breakdown & comparables.
NHL: Vancouver Canucks at Buffalo Sabres
2026-04-27
Here's why the Buffalo Sabres could ice an even stronger lineup in Game 5 as they look to eliminate the…
2026-04-27
In today's daily, reasons for optimism with the Devils despite disappointing season, how the Artemi Panarin trade is now finalized,…
NHL: Stanley Cup Playoffs-Buffalo Sabres at Boston Bruins
2026-04-26
The Buffalo Sabres offense explodes in a dominant win over the Boston Bruins as tempers boil over for the home…
2026-04-26
In today's daily, a potential Devils trade partner reveals themselves, Sunny Mehta may have hinted Sheldon Keefe's fate, and more.
2026-04-25
New general manager Sunny Mehta already has a potential Devils trade partner to address their top-six forward need.
2026-04-25
In today's daily, how the Devils ambushed the Maple Leafs, a breakdown of Sunny Mehta's introduction conference, and more.
NHL: Stanley Cup Playoffs-Buffalo Sabres at Boston Bruins
2026-04-24
In his playoff debut, Sabres rookie Noah Östlund stole the show while replacing a key injured forward. Here's how.