Bryan Rust RW PIT Tue 10/18/22 12:30 AM
Bryan Rust
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
Bryan Rust RW PIT Wed 5/4/22 9:13 AM
Bryan Rust
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Rust had a power-play goal, two assists and nine shots on goal in Tuesday's 4-3 triple-overtime Game 1 win over the Rangers.
EDGE Analysis
All three of Rust's points came in the second period, but he was noticeable throughout the remainder of the night as well. Rust picked up secondary helpers on both of Jake Guentzel's goals, then converted a tap-in on a 5-on-3 to tie the score at three. He almost won the game in the second overtime, ringing a shot off the post from in close, but Rust ultimately had to settle for a three-point night.
Bryan Rust RW PIT Thu 4/14/22 6:32 PM
Bryan Rust
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Rust (illness) is on the ice for warmups and is expected to play Thursday against the Islanders, Wes Crosby of NHL.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Rust was considered a game-time decision with a minor illness. He'll slot into his usual top-six role and avoid missing any time. The 29-year-old winger has 24 goals and 58 points through 53 games this season.
Bryan Rust RW PIT Thu 4/14/22 12:15 PM
Bryan Rust
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Rust (illness) is considered a game-time decision against the Islanders on Thursday, Wes Crosby of NHL.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Rust was forced to leave Tuesday's clash with New York after just 1:04 of ice time as he was unable to continue due to illness. If the 29-year-old winger is unable to go, the Penguins would likely need to bring up a player or two from the minors or roll with seven defensemen. For his part, Rust should be a lock for a top-six role and No. 1 power-play unit if cleared to play.
Bryan Rust RW PIT Tue 4/12/22 10:44 PM
Bryan Rust
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Rust (illness) left Tuesday's game versus the Islanders in the first period.
EDGE Analysis
Head coach Mike Sullivan revealed after the game that the Penguins have a number of players attempting to play through illnesses, but Rust wasn't able to Tuesday. He took just two shifts in the contest, and he should be considered day-to-day ahead of Thursday's rematch at home against the Islanders.