# James Lipscomb | Hockey Operations Manager, New Jersey Devils

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Podcast: [Front Office U](https://stenobird.com/podcast/front-office-u-5708708)
Published: 2026-05-29T09:24:00+00:00
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## Resource

Front Office U welcomes James Lipscomb. James is the Hockey Operations Manager for the New Jersey Devils, where he helps oversee the countless day-to-day details that keep an NHL hockey operations department running smoothly. From coordinating with pro scouts and managing draft preparation to balancing year-end meetings and organizational priorities, James plays an important role behind the scenes. Originally from the Bronx, James grew up playing Little League baseball and rec basketball before first stepping into team operations as the manager of his high school varsity basketball team. That early experience sparked an interest in the behind-the-scenes side of sports that ultimately led him to a career in the NHL. In this conversation, James shares what life inside a professional hockey operations department is really like, including how game days become valuable networking opportunities with visiting team staff, the importance of flexibility in a fast-paced environment, and why simply being a dependable, good person matters so much in hockey operations. Connect with James on LinkedIn

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