In Washington, DC, the Capitals became the next team to yack up a 2-0 lead this season.
On Saturday, the Caps held a two-goal lead in the second period off strikes by Alex Ovechkin in the second period, and Anthony Mantha early in the third period.
The Caps relaxed and the Arizona Coyotes rallied for three straight goals in a 3-2 win.
Nick Ritchie hit for a double for the Coyotes, his second came with 36 seconds left on the regulation clock in the third for the winner.
Karel Vejmelka made 34 saves in the Arizona win.
Arizona improved to 4–6-1
Josh Brown a also scored for the Coyotes, his goal put Arizona on the board, trailing 1-2.
Washington dropped to 5-6-2, and have lost four straight.
Shayne Gostisbehere had two assists for Arizona.
Ritchie tied the game, 2-2, midway through the third.
The Caps lost Dmitry Orlov to an apparent injury in the first period.
Darcy Kuemper made 23 save in the Caps loss.
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