Rust (lower body) is expected to be a game-time decision Tuesday against Nashville, Michelle Crechiolo of the Penguins' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rust was a full participant during Monday's practice and worked on the top power-play unit, which are both encouraging signs. He has missed the past three games due to a lower-body issue. Rust has accounted for nine goals, 16 points, 55 shots on net, 15 blocked shots and 10 hits over 17 outings this season.

Rust (lower body) won't play Saturday versus Toronto, Penguins play-by-play announcer Josh Getzoff reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rust will sit out his third straight contest. He has provided nine goals, seven assists, 55 shots on net, 15 blocked shots and 10 hits over 17 games this season. Drew O'Connor has been playing on the top line during Rust's absence.

Per Dan Kingerski of Pittsburgh Hockey Now, Rust (lower body) is practicing in a regular jersey Friday but will remain out of the lineup versus Buffalo.

EDGE Analysis

Rust missed Wednesday's game against the Rangers and has been ruled out of Friday's action. Rust is off to a great start with nine goals and 16 points in 17 games this season. He could return as early as Saturday at home versus the Maple Leafs.

Rust (lower body) is expected to miss Wednesday's game against the Rangers, per Penguins play-by-play announcer Josh Getzoff.

EDGE Analysis

Rust has nine goals and 16 points in 17 contests this season. He's day-to-day due to the injury, so Rust might be an option to return Friday versus Buffalo. In the meantime, Vinnie Hinostroza (lower body) is expected to draw back into the lineup Wednesday and serve on the top line.

Rust is being evaluated for a lower-body injury, according to Michelle Crechiolo of the Penguins' official site.

EDGE Analysis

It's unclear at this time if Rust will be available to play Wednesday versus the Rangers. He has compiled nine goals, 16 points, 55 shots on net, 15 blocked shots and 10 hits through 17 contests this campaign. With Rickard Rakell (upper body) dealing with a long-term injury, Pittsburgh may have to replace two top-six wingers. Per Crechiolo, Vinnie Hinostroza, Jansen Harkins and Alexander Nylander are viewed as the main candidates to earn promotions in the lineup.

Rust scored two goals Thursday in 5-2 loss to the Devils.

EDGE Analysis

Rust was at the center of the Pens' offense Thursday night. He scored the game's opening goal early in the first with a backhander that fooled Devils' starter Vitek Vanecek. Then Rust tipped in a shot early in the second to give the Pens a 2-1 lead. The 31-year-old's best season came in 2021-22 when he potted 58 points (24 goals, 34 assists). But he's currently charging forward on a career year with nine goals, six assists and 50 shots in 15 games.

Rust scored the game-winning goal and added five shots on goal in Thursday's 4-3 overtime win over the Kings.

EDGE Analysis

Rust had one tally in overtime overturned, but he came right back to score the goal that secured the Penguins' third straight win. The winger has five points over his last three games, and he's up to seven tallies, 12 points, 39 shots on net, 13 blocked shots and a plus-7 rating through 12 contests overall. Rust should continue to put up solid scoring numbers if he remains on a line with Sidney Crosby and Jake Guentzel.

Rust scored a goal on four shots, distributed three assists and went plus-5 in Saturday's 10-2 win over the Sharks.

EDGE Analysis

Rust did all of his damage at even strength in an impressive win. The 31-year-old had produced a goal and two helpers over his previous four games combined. The winger is up to six tallies, six helpers, 33 shots on net, 11 blocked shots and a plus-5 rating through 10 contests this season. He's been locked in on the top line, and he should remain productive as long as he doesn't leave Sidney Crosby's side.

Rust scored a goal on two shots in Wednesday's 6-3 loss to the Red Wings.

EDGE Analysis

Rust's third-period marker got the Penguins within a goal, but they couldn't find an equalizer. He's up to four goals in as many games this season, though he's yet to provide an assist. The 31-year-old winger also has 12 shots on net, six blocked shots and a plus-2 rating. Rust is playing on the top line alongside Sidney Crosby, and he should be able to sustain strong offense as long as he's in that spot.

Rust scored twice Saturday in a 5-2 win over Calgary.

EDGE Analysis

He scored 18 seconds into the third period after Kris Letang fired a shot off the end boards. Rust collected the loose puck and wired a wrist shot at the right post. He then put another into an empty net. Rust now has three goals in three games to start the season.