Cotter logged an assist, two shots on goal and nine hits in Tuesday's 5-4 double-overtime loss to the Hurricanes in Game 5.

EDGE Analysis

Cotter ended his nine-game point drought with the helper. The 25-year-old was limited to one assist, five shots on net, 22 hits, three blocked shots and a minus-1 rating over five playoff outings. He's under contract for 2025-26 and is lined up for restricted free agency next summer, so he'll be looking for a big season. Cotter put up 22 points, 90 shots, 245 hits, 62 PIM and a minus-14 rating over 79 regular-season appearances in his first year with the Devils.

Cotter completed his two-game suspension Wednesday and is eligible to play in Game 1 of New Jersey's first-round series against Carolina on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Cotter finished the regular season with 16 goals, 22 points, 62 PIM and 245 hits in 79 appearances. He'll likely serve in a bottom-six capacity during the playoffs.

The NHL Department of Player Safety issued a two-game suspension to Cotter on Monday for an illegal check to the head against Adam Pelech (upper body) of the Islanders on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Cotter will miss the final two games of the regular season, but he will be eligible to return in Game 1 of the playoffs versus Carolina. The 25-year-old forward has 16 goals, 22 points, 90 shots on net, 245 hits and 52 PIM across 79 appearances this season. Stefan Noesen (rest), Nolan Foote, Curtis Lazar or Marc McLaughlin could replace Cotter in the lineup against Boston on Tuesday.

Cotter will have a hearing with the NHL Department of Player Safety on Monday for an illegal check to the head of the Islanders' Adam Pelech (upper body) on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Cotter received a match penalty in the second period of Sunday's 1-0 loss as a result of his wrongdoing. The 25-year-old has never been suspended in his four-year NHL career, which could help his case. New Jersey has two matchups remaining on its regular-season schedule, and if Cotter receives a suspension, it's unlikely to be for more than two games.

Cotter scored a goal in Saturday's 5-2 win over the Wild.

EDGE Analysis

Cotter has three goals over his last 10 games while sticking in the lineup regularly on the fourth line. The 25-year-old has played a larger role at times, but even without Jack Hughes (shoulder), the Devils aren't short on forward depth. Cotter has 16 goals, 22 points, 85 shots on net, 232 hits, 47 PIM and a minus-11 rating through 74 contests in his first season with New Jersey.

Cotter scored a goal and added two hits in Thursday's 5-3 loss to the Flames.

EDGE Analysis

Cotter has two goals over his last five games, though he's largely been limited to fourth-line duties. The 25-year-old forward centered that trio Thursday with Curtis Lazar (undisclosed) out of action. Cotter is at 15 goals, six helpers, 79 shots on net, 218 hits, 47 PIM and a minus-11 rating over 69 appearances this season.

Cotter scored a goal on two shots and added two PIM in Tuesday's 5-3 win over the Blue Jackets.

EDGE Analysis

Cotter endured a seven-game slump coming out of the 4 Nations Face-Off break. The Devils scratched him Sunday versus the Flyers, but he was back in a fourth-line role Tuesday, and he ended his slump with a first-period tally. The 25-year-old now has a career-high 14 goals, but he's added just six helpers over 65 appearances, so he's still five points back of matching his 2023-24 total of 25 in 76 games. Cotter also has 206 hits, 76 shots on net, 47 PIM and a minus-8 rating. The Devils acquired Cody Glass and Daniel Sprong in trades to bolster their forward depth, so Cotter's spot in the lineup is far from secure down the stretch.

Cotter had one goal, three shots on net, one blocked shot and one hit in Saturday's 4-0 victory over Montreal.

EDGE Analysis

Cotter's 13th goal of 2024-25 matched his previous best from the 2022-23 campaign when he achieved the feat in 55 games. He has been cold offensively, earning three goals on 16 shots in his last 14 outings. Cotter has 19 points and a team-leading 185 hits through 57 appearances this season.

Cotter produced two even-strength goals on three shots, four hits and a plus-2 rating in 14:15 of ice time in Sunday's 4-3 loss to the Sabres.

EDGE Analysis

Cotter cut the Sabres' lead to two on two separate occasions, but his efforts weren't enough to pull off the comeback in Buffalo. The 25-year-old had been held off the scoresheet in 10 consecutive games prior to Sunday. Furthermore, his last assist came against Columbus on Dec. 19, so he hasn't been much of a factor offensively after a productive first month of the season (eight points over 13 contests). He does add value in the form of hits, having racked up 180 across 54 outings. The Michigan native is at 12 goals, 18 points and a minus-7 rating in 2024-25.

Cotter scored a goal, took two shots and recorded a hit in Monday's 3-2 win over the Kraken.

EDGE Analysis

Cotter found the back of the net for the second consecutive game, marking the first time he scored in back-to-back contests since the first two games of the campaign. Cotter, who has found the twine thrice over his last five games, has 10 goals and six assists across 43 contests. However, he's not expected to have a prominent role on offense due to his role as a bottom-six forward.