Bryan Rust RW PIT Sat 11/2/24 11:27 AM
Bryan Rust
RW PIT
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.
Bryan Rust RW PIT Tue 10/29/24 8:06 PM
Bryan Rust
RW PIT
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.
Bryan Rust RW PIT Tue 10/29/24 12:21 PM
Bryan Rust
RW PIT
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.
Bryan Rust RW PIT Mon 10/28/24 2:15 PM
Bryan Rust
RW PIT
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.
Bryan Rust RW PIT Sun 10/27/24 12:20 AM
Bryan Rust
RW PIT
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.
Bryan Rust RW PIT Wed 10/23/24 1:16 AM
Bryan Rust
RW PIT
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
Bryan Rust
RW PIT
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
Bryan Rust
RW PIT
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
Bryan Rust
RW PIT
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
Bryan Rust
RW PIT
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.