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.