Bryan Rust
RW PIT
Wed 10/23/24 1:16 AM

Rust scored a power-play goal on three shots, blocked three shots and added two hits in Tuesday's 4-3 shootout loss to the Flames.
EDGE Analysis
Rust tied the game at 1-1 with his second-period tally. Both of his goals this season have come on the power play, and he's added an even-strength assist, 20 shots on net, seven hits, six blocked shots and a minus-7 rating over six appearances. Rust is a fine complementary scoring winger in a top-six role, so he should be on fantasy rosters in standard formats.

Bryan Rust
RW PIT
Thu 10/17/24 12:55 PM

Rust scored a power-play goal on six shots and added an assist in Wednesday's 6-5 overtime win over the Sabres.
EDGE Analysis
Rust got off to a slow start with a pair of scoreless efforts after he returned from a lower-body injury. The 32-year-old winger broke through Wednesday, scoring the Penguins' first goal and setting up the game-tying tally that forced overtime. He's added 14 shots on net and four hits, and with a spot alongside Sidney Crosby on the first line and top power-play unit, Rust should be a reliable source of offense as long as he can stay healthy.

Bryan Rust
RW PIT
Sat 10/12/24 4:32 PM

Rust (lower body) was activated from injured reserve Saturday, according to the NHL media site.
EDGE Analysis
Rust will likely make his season debut against Toronto on Saturday after initially being considered a game-time decision. He is slated to play on the top line and first power-play unit. Rust amassed 28 goals, 56 points and 196 shots on net across 62 contests during the 2023-24 regular season.

Bryan Rust
RW PIT
Sat 10/12/24 1:37 PM

Rust (lower body) will be a game-time decision Saturday against Toronto, Michelle Crechiolo of the Penguins' official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
Rust was back on the top line during the morning skate, which bodes well for his availability in Saturday's contest. He missed the first two games of the 2024-25 campaign after getting injured in training camp. Rust generated 28 goals and 28 assists in 62 appearances during the 2023-24 regular season.

Bryan Rust
RW PIT
Thu 10/10/24 6:12 PM

Rust (lower body) will miss Thursday's game against Detroit, per Michelle Crechiolo of the Penguins' official site.
EDGE Analysis
Rust did skate Wednesday and Thursday, so he might not be too far off from returning. Once he is ready to play, Rust will likely serve on the top line alongside Sidney Crosby. The 32-year-old Rust had 28 goals and 56 points in 62 contests with the Penguins last season.

Bryan Rust
RW PIT
Wed 10/9/24 11:44 AM

Rust (lower body) will not be in the lineup versus the Rangers on Wednesday, Michelle Crechiolo of the Penguins' official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
Rust was on the ice for the morning skate Wednesday but has been officially ruled out. Since his placement on IR was retroactive, the 32-year-old winger can be activated as soon as he is ready to play. Once given the all-clear, Rust should reclaim his spot on the first line with Sidney Crosby. Until then, Anthony Beauvillier and Drew O'Connor will flank Crosby on the right and left side, respectively.

Bryan Rust
RW PIT
Mon 10/7/24 2:18 PM

Rust (lower body) was placed on injured reserve Monday.
EDGE Analysis
Rust continues to be classified as day-to-day by head coach Mike Sullivan, and was placed on retroactive IR, per Penguins play-by-play announcer Josh Getzoff, which means he could still be an option for Opening Night. While the Michigan native is on the shelf, look for Anthony Beauvillier to take on a first-line role on the right side of Sidney Crosby while Rickard Rakell slides up to the No. 1 power-play unit.

Bryan Rust
RW PIT
Mon 10/7/24 1:15 PM

Rust (lower body) is still day-to-day in the lead-up to Opening Night against the Rangers on Wednesday, Wes Crosby of NHL.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Rust appears to be in danger of missing the first game of the season, though he hasn't been officially ruled out yet. Based on practice lines, if Rust does miss out, Anthony Beauvillier will shift to the right side while Drew O'Connor fills the other first-line wing role. Having said that, once Rust is given the all-clear, he is a lock to move back onto Sidney Crosby's right side.

Bryan Rust
RW PIT
Fri 10/4/24 11:38 AM

Rust won't play in Friday's preseason finale against the Blue Jackets due to a lower-body injury, Michelle Crechiolo of the Penguins' official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
Rust missed a third consecutive day of practice Friday, and coach Mike Sullivan revealed that the winger is dealing with a lower-body injury and is considered day-to-day. While he'll be absent from Friday's exhibition finale, it's not yet clear whether he'll be available for Opening Night against the Rangers on Wednesday. Anthony Beauvillier and Drew O'Connor will likely play alongside Sidney Crosby on the Penguins' top line if Rust is sidelined.

Bryan Rust
RW PIT
Fri 10/4/24 11:07 AM

Rust, who was originally absent due to maintenance, was not on the ice for Friday's game-day skate, Matt Vensel of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.
EDGE Analysis
The fact that Rust has now missed three days for maintenance reasons is now becoming a concern for fantasy managers. At this point, the winger shouldn't be expected to suit up in the preseason finale against the Blue Jackets on Friday and is likely questionable heading into Opening Night versus the Rangers on Wednesday. If Rust does miss out, Anthony Beauvillier and Drew O'Connor figure to flank Sidney Crosby on the top line.