Rust (concussion) will be a game-time call against the Rangers on Wednesday, Sam Kasan of Pens Inside Scoop reports..

EDGE Analysis

Considering coach Mike Sullivan rarely confirms a player will return to the lineup outright, game-time decision has effectively become code for a player getting back into action. Having said that, fantasy owners will certainly want to check during warmups to ensure Rust will be taking the ice. It seems likely the Michigan native will resume a top-six role, considering he tallied nine points in 12 outings prior to getting hurt.

Rust (concussion) practiced fully with the team Tuesday, according to coach Mike Sullivan.

EDGE Analysis

With Rust having sustained a concussion, the team will be very cautious putting him back on the ice, but his participation in practice sporting a regular jersey is a good indication he could be back soon. How the winger responds not only to practice, but also the rigors of travel will probably determine whether he can go against the Rangers on Wednesday. Don't be surprised if Sullivan deems the Michigan native a game-time decision ahead of the clash in the Big Apple.

Rust sustained a concussion in Wednesday's matchup with the Flyers, the team announced Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Rust was immediately pulled from the bench following the hit by Robert Hagg and never returned from the locker room. The news likely rules the winger out for at least the club's upcoming back-to-back on Saturday and Sunday (against Toronto and Dallas, respectively). The Michigan native's spot on Evgeni Malkin's line will go to Patric Hornqvist while Conor Sheary will join Sidney Crosby on the top unit.

Rust injured his upper body during Wednesday's game against the Flyers and his status will be updated again Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

The delay of an update on Rust could be an indication he's undergoing further testing. An extended absence for the winger would be significant for the Penguins, losing out on his 33 points (10 goals, 23 assists) through 56 games this season. Should he sit out Saturday against the Maple Leafs as well, Carter Rowney appears the logical candidate to draw in.

Rust left during the first period of Wednesday's game against the Flyers with an injury, dude reports

EDGE Analysis

Rust stayed down for a while after being hit into the end boards by Flyers' blueliner Robert Hagg and his return to the action appears in doubt after he failed to return to the bench for the start of the second period. If he's unable to retake the ice Wednesday, Rust's next opportunity to return would arrive Saturday against the Maple Leafs. The team will likely provide an update on his status following the contest, if not before then.

Rust produced a goal on six shots and garnered an assist Saturday, but it wasn't enough as the Penguins fell victim to the Panthers on the road, 6-5.

EDGE Analysis

Naturally, the fourth-year winger has improved steadily over time. Rust is currently working with a personal-best 23 assists and 33 points through 52 games, and he's been an absolute bargain for the Penguins with an annual cap hit of $640,000 on a two-year deal that will expire this summer. He'll be a restricted free agent at that time.

Rust scored a goal and added two assists in Saturday's 5-3 win over the Maple Leafs.

EDGE Analysis

Rust has 30 points on the season, 11 of which have come in his last nine games. And those 30 points are a new career mark. Rust is basking in the glow of super-hot linemate Evgeni Malkin and should be rolling in all formats.

Rust scored two goals on two shots while adding an assist, two blocked shots and a plus-3 rating in Tuesday's 5-2 win over the Sharks.

EDGE Analysis

He had a chance at a hat trick in the closing seconds of the game, but rang a shot off the crossbar and got to watch Evgeni Malkin bury the rebound instead to complete his own hat trick. Rust hadn't lit the lamp since Nov. 27, tallying only five assists in his last 14 games, so while Tuesday's performance did bring back memories of his eight-points-in-six-games start to the season, it's unlikely he'll repeat it any time soon.

Rust recorded an assist and one shot through 16:43 of ice time during Tuesday's 3-1 win over Carolina.

EDGE Analysis

Rust missed the previous 11 games with an upper-body injury, so it was encouraging to see him return to the lineup and mark the scoresheet Tuesday. However, his most frequent linemate was Tom Kuhnhackl, and he skated primarily in a depth role. Without a scoring gig, it will be difficult for Rust to be a reliable fantasy asset in most settings.

Rust (upper body) is no longer listed on injured reserve, per the NHL's official media site.

EDGE Analysis

This corroborates speculation that Rust will be ready to play in Tuesday's home game against the Hurricanes, despite Penguins coach Mike Sullivan's infamous habit of designating all of his injured players "game-time decisions." We suspect that the fourth-year winger will have rust to shake off -- no pun intended -- in this next contest, seeing as how he's missed the past 11 games. As a result, it's probably best to take a wait-and-see approach with him in fantasy leagues.