Rust scored a goal on four shots in Wednesday's 3-2 overtime loss to the Red Wings.

EDGE Analysis

Rust has two points and nine shots on net over three contests since he returned from a lower-body injury. He's played primarily on the second line in that span, though the Penguins' forward trios have been in a blender at times this season. Rust is up to four goals, six points, 33 shots on net, 10 hits and a minus-8 rating over 11 appearances.

Rust posted an assist, five shots on goal and a plus-2 rating in Friday's 4-2 win over the Capitals.

EDGE Analysis

Rust's return from a five-game absence due to a lower-body injury didn't create immediate waves in the Penguins' lineup. He started the game on the second line, but head coach Mike Sullivan did play with his combinations during the contest. Rust is up to five points, 29 shots on net, nine hits, six blocked shots and a minus-5 rating through nine outings this season. He's already had two injury absences, so staying healthy will be paramount to his productivity the rest of the way.

Rust (lower body) was activated off injured reserve Friday, per the NHL media site, which sets the stage for him to play in this evening's game against Washington.

EDGE Analysis

Rust, who has missed Pittsburgh's past five games, has three goals and four points in eight outings in 2024-25. He'll likely serve in a top-six capacity in his return, perhaps on the top line alongside Sidney Crosby. If Rust does play with Crosby, then Evgeni Malkin will shift to the second unit.

Rust (lower body) was a full practice participant Wednesday and could return during the Penguins' road trip, Penguins play-by-play announcer Josh Getzoff reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rust is traveling with the team on its three-game road trip but wasn't in action versus the Islanders on Tuesday. He'll have two more opportunities to suit up as the Pens face the Hurricanes and Capitals on Thursday and Friday, respectively. If Rust does rejoin the lineup, it figures to be in a top-six role and could spur head coach Mike Sullivan into breaking up Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin from the top line.

Rust (lower body) will be with the Penguins for their three-game road trip, Seth Rorabaugh of Tribune-Review Sports reports Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Considering Rust didn't practice with the team Monday, he probably shouldn't be expected to play versus the Islanders on Tuesday. Still, the 32-year-old winger's presence on the trip could see him back in action sooner rather than later. As long as Evgeni Malkin keeps playing on the wing with Sidney Crosby, Rust's return likely won't be in a first-line role, though he could replace Cody Glass on the second trio.

Rust (lower body) skated on his own before practice Saturday, Penguins insider Dan Potash reports.

EDGE Analysis

It was the first time Rust has been on the ice since being injured against Vancouver on Oct. 26. The 32-year-old forward has missed the last two games and will sit out Saturday's matchup versus Montreal. Rust has three goals and an assist in eight games this season. He remains week-to-week.

Rust (lower body) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Rust was deemed week-to-week earlier Tuesday, so this move frees up a roster spot for the Penguins. Valtteri Puustinen will likely stay in the lineup while Rust is out.

Rust (lower body) won't play Tuesday versus Minnesota and is considered week-to-week, Michelle Crechiolo of the Penguins' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rust sustained the injury in Saturday's 4-3 loss to Vancouver. He has supplied three goals, one assist, 24 shots on net, six blocked shots and eight hits across eight outings this season. Evgeni Malkin and Sidney Crosby may play on the top line versus the Wild, while Cody Glass (illness) will return to action.

Rust (lower body) didn't practice Monday and is still being evaluated, per Michelle Crechiolo of the Penguins' official site.

EDGE Analysis

Rust sustained the injury in Saturday's 4-3 loss to Vancouver. He has three goals, one assist, 24 shots on net, six blocked shots and eight hits through eight outings this season. If Rust sits out Tuesday's matchup against Minnesota, Evgeni Malkin could play on the same line as Sidney Crosby.

Rust (lower body) won't finish Saturday's game versus the Canucks.

EDGE Analysis

Rust was run into the boards in the third period by Vancouver's Nils Hoglander, and it appeared the Pittsburgh winger may have injured his knee. The Penguins were quick to rule him out for the rest of the game, which could be a bad sign for his availability moving forward. They return home for their next game versus the Wild on Tuesday, so an update on Rust's injury should be announced before that contest.