Bryan Rust RW PIT Sun 12/4/22 2:17 AM
Bryan Rust
RW PIT
Rust had a goal and three assists in a 6-2 win over the Blues on Saturday.
EDGE Analysis
The goal was a feat of strength. Rust took the puck away from Brandon Saad along the wall and drove to the slot where he fired a snap shot. The point explosion was a welcome sight for Rust, who had just two points (one goal, one assist) in his previous 14 games.
Bryan Rust RW PIT Sun 11/6/22 12:53 AM
Bryan Rust
RW PIT
Rust generated a game-high six shots during a 3-2 loss to the Kraken on Saturday
EDGE Analysis
Rust accomplished a rare feat Saturday. Rust's scoring attempt at 12:34 of the first period hit the crossbar and then the post before bouncing away from the net. The on-ice officials paused play to review the shot, but the game remained scoreless, and the 30-year-old right winger remained in a mini-funk, producing just two points in his last seven outings.
Bryan Rust RW PIT Sat 10/29/22 1:28 AM
Bryan Rust
RW PIT
Rust posted a power-play assist, two shots on goal and two PIM in Friday's 5-1 loss to the Canucks.
EDGE Analysis
Rust set up Rickard Rakell's tally in the second period. This was Rust's first power-play point since the second game of the year and his third of the season. The 30-year-old has three tallies, four helpers, 25 shots, six hits, four PIM and an even plus-minus rating in eight contests overall.
Bryan Rust RW PIT Tue 10/25/22 3:58 AM
Bryan Rust
RW PIT
Rust scored a goal Monday, but the quick-starting Penguins couldn't keep the Oilers from coming back and earning a 6-3 victory.
EDGE Analysis
Rust, who has three consecutive 20-goal seasons, appears headed for the 30-goal milestone. The 30-year-old right winger is developing chemistry with his linemates, Jason Zucker and Evgeni Malkin. In six outings, Rust has three goals among six points. He contributed five shots against the Oilers.
Bryan Rust RW PIT Tue 10/18/22 12:30 AM
Bryan Rust
RW PIT
Rust collected two assists in Monday's 3-2 overtime loss to the Canadiens.
EDGE Analysis
He helped set up both of Evgeni Malkin's second-period tallies, but it was the only burst of offense the Penguins could muster on the night. Rust has two goals and five points through three games, and the 30-year-old seems intent on topping last season's career-best performance of 58 points in only 60 games.
Bryan Rust RW PIT Fri 10/14/22 2:27 AM
Bryan Rust
RW PIT
Rust notched a third-period goal Thursday, leading the Penguins to a 6-2 victory over the Coyotes.
EDGE Analysis
Rust continues to add secondary scoring to the Penguins' high-powered offense. Playing in the shadow of Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin, Rust has collected three consecutive 20-goal seasons. The 2010 third-round draft pick is trending to reach the milestone again. Rust scored his first of the season Thursday, putting the Penguins up 5-2 at 15:01 of the third period. Rust also earned an assist and compiled three shots on goal in 15:47 of ice time.
Bryan Rust RW PIT Sat 5/21/22 9:04 PM
Bryan Rust
RW PIT
Rust signed a six-year, $30.75 million extension with the Penguins on Saturday.
EDGE Analysis
Rust's deal carries a cap hit of $5.125 million, which is solid value for a player with 50-plus points in two of his last three seasons. The 30-year-old winger's deal kicks in next season. He had 24 goals, 34 assists, 43 hits and 180 shots on net while playing in a top-six role for the Penguins in 2021-22. With his new contract signed, Rust will likely continue to play no lower than the second line as a key supporting part of the Penguins' scoring forwards.
Bryan Rust RW PIT Thu 5/19/22 9:45 AM
Bryan Rust
RW PIT
Rust reached the 20-goal threshold for the third straight season, tallying a career-high 58 points in 60 games this year.
EDGE Analysis
Rust will be an unrestricted free agent this offseason and will undoubtedly be eager to cash in his offensive upside after earning just $3.5 AVV over the last three years. Whether the Penguins can keep the 30-year-old winger could depend on what the organization decides to do regarding new deals for Kris Letang and Evgeni Malkin. Rust should be a top-end fantasy target in a top-six role regardless of where he lands next season.
Bryan Rust RW PIT Sun 5/15/22 11:18 PM
Bryan Rust
RW PIT
Rust posted a power-play assist, four shots on goal and four PIM in Sunday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Rangers in Game 7.
EDGE Analysis
Rust fed Jake Guentzel for a highlight-reel tally in the second period. While the Penguins' season is over, Rust brought quality in the playoffs with two goals and six helpers in seven outings. The 30-year-old winger had a career-high 58 points with 180 shots on net and a plus-7 rating in just 60 regular-season contests. He'll get his first taste of unrestricted free agency if he doesn't sign a new contract with the Penguins prior to July 13.
Bryan Rust RW PIT Fri 5/13/22 11:27 PM
Bryan Rust
RW PIT
Rust scored a goal on three shots in Friday's 5-3 loss to the Rangers in Game 6.
EDGE Analysis
Rust has gotten on the scoresheet in five of the Penguins' six postseason contests so far. He has a pair of goals, five helpers and 21 shots on net while playing in a top-line role.