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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.

2025-09-28
Amid a sloppy preseason loss, there were still a few positive standout performers for the Devils at home, hosting the…
2025-09-28
According to a report, the New Jersey Devils have already offered goaltender Jacob Markstrom an extension, and some details are…
2025-09-28
Will Dawson Mercer fill a center role in 2025-26? New Jersey Devils coach, Sheldon Keefe, answers the question.
2025-09-28
In today's daily, the Devils' pitch to Connor McDavid, Arseny Gritstyuk criticism from Sheldon Keefe, RFA holdout ends, & more.
2025-09-27
Arseny Gritsyuk was promoted to the Devils' top-six on Saturday. Sheldon Keefe explains why, and dishes his first criticism of…
2025-09-27
On Saturday morning, Devils coach Sheldon Keefe iced what looks like the regular season forward group, with Arseny Gritsyuk elevated.
2025-09-27
A lot can certainly change, just within a few days. Suddenly, there’s panic in the Kirill Kaprizov situation. That’s new…
2025-09-27
The New Jersey Devils defeated the New York Islanders 4-2 on Friday. Here's why Seamus Casey, Arseny Gritsyuk, & others…
2025-09-26
In today's daily, the Devils and Luke Hughes negotiations are being impacted, Hurricanes close on ex-Devil, Gritsyuk expectations, & more.
2025-09-25
Don't be so quick to blame Devils GM Tom Fitzgerald, or Luke Hughes for the contract holdout. There's another big…