Paul Cotter scored two goals as the visiting New Jersey Devils spoiled the Washington Capitals' season opener, courtesy of a 5-3 decision on Saturday.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Despite a slower start in which the Capitals scored first, the Devils bounced back and pulled off a 5-3 win. Paul Cotter's two goals led New Jersey while Stefan Noesen and Erik Haula each had three assists. Seamus Casey, Tomas Tatar, and Dawson Mercer (empty net) each had a goal in the win.

Paul Cotter scored twice, giving him four goals through four games this season, and the New Jersey Devils defeated the Washington Capitals 5-3 on Saturday night. Capitals star Alex Ovechkin was held without a shot for only the 23rd time in his distinguished career,

Paul Cotter had a goal and an assist in his Devils debut as New Jersey beat the Sabres 4-1 on Friday in the NHL regular-season opener played in Prague.

WASHINGTON -- Paul Cotter scored twice for the New Jersey Devils in a 5-3 win against the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena on Saturday. Cotter has scored four goals in his first four games this season.

Newcomer Paul Cotter proved his value, scoring again in Prague as the New Jersey Devils beat the Buffalo Sabres 3-1 for a sweep of their regular-season-opening series in the Czech capital.

Washington grabbed an early lead but quickly relinquished it, and New Jersey’s speed and skill were evident as the Capitals fell, 5-3, at Capital One Arena.

Paul Cotter scored twice, giving him four goals through four games this season, and the New Jersey Devils defeated the Washington Capitals 5-3 on Saturday night.