Rust notched a goal and an assist as well as a plus-2 rating in Tuesday's 7-2 shellacking of the Rangers.

EDGE Analysis

This was only his third multi-point effort of the season, lifting Rust to 15 points in 30 games -- numbers that don't play outside deep fantasy formats. He's averaging less than two shots a game (though he took five in this one), although Rust does at least pile up hits at a pretty reasonable pace.

Rust scored the game-winning goal in overtime against Boston on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

The entire Pittsburgh roster is clicking of late, as the Penguins have scored 39 goals during their seven-game winning streak, and Rust has done his part with six goals, nine points and 19 shots on net over his past 10 games. Still, he's likely best left to deeper fantasy settings and utilized as a low-priced flier in daily contests because the 24-year-old winger is only averaging 12:46 of ice per night. His 15.4 shooting percentage is probably eyeing negative regression, too.

Rust netted his first career hat trick as part of a four-point night in Monday's 8-5 win over Ottawa.

EDGE Analysis

His three goals including a penalty shot, an empty-netter and an even-strength marker. Rust rounded out his evening with a short-handed assist. The speedy Notre Dame product entered the contest with seven points in 22 games, but provides Pittsburgh with a strong source of secondary scoring.

Rust collected an assist and went plus-2 in Saturday's 4-3 shootout victory over the Devils.

EDGE Analysis

Coach Mike Sullivan moved him to the Evgeni Malkin line and he responded with an inspired performance. Rust is strong on the forecheck but hasn't maintained any kind of offensive consistency thus far in his fledging NHL career. With points in his last two games, the forward has three goals and three assists in 19 contests.

Rust scored one goal and assisted on another Saturday against Toronto.

EDGE Analysis

The speedy winger entered the game with only two points in his first 11 games. Rust registered a season-high shots Saturday and will look to build on his big night Wednesday in Washington.

Rust scored his first goal of the season during Wednesday's game against Anaheim.

EDGE Analysis

It took seven games for Rust to register his first point of the season, and he owns a minus-4 rating while averaging just 11:57 of ice time per night. He's unlikely to provide enough offensive punch to warrant fantasy attention in most formats.

Rust skated on the Pens' top line with Evgeni Malkin and Chris Kunitz during Thursday's morning skate.

EDGE Analysis

He took two shots and registered a minus-2 rating Tuesday in his season debut against the Canadiens. Rust doesn't profile as a high scorer -- the 24-year-old has never averaged one point per-game at any level -- but Pittsburgh is looking for a spark from the winger.

Rust (undisclosed) is in the lineup and will make his season debut during Tuesday night's game in Montreal.

EDGE Analysis

Whatever was bothering Rust has apparently passed and he will likely take his place on the third or fourth line against the Canadiens. Through two seasons in the NHL, Rust has yet to break through 12:30 of average ice time, so his production is unlikely to improve until he can crack the top-six.

Rust (undisclosed) won't play Monday but is close to making his season debut. "He's getting very close to clearance," coach Mike Sulllivan said. "I would envision he would be a coaches decision here really shortly."

EDGE Analysis

Rust scored six goals and nine points in 23 postseason games last spring after scoring only 11 points in 41 regular-season contests. He could be back in the lineup as soon as Tuesday.

Rust (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Anaheim, Pens Inside Scoop reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rust has been skating all week, and has seemed close to returning for a while, but he's not quite ready yet. He should be making his debut next week unless a setback occurs.