Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust tallied four points (two goals and two assists) during Thursday's overtime victory over the Nashville Predators. Rust scored his first goal of the game in the opening frame on a backhand shot to beat Juuse Saros. In the second period, Rust tallied two secondary assists, one on the power-play, and the other in even-strength play. Then in overtime, Rust would play the hero and complete the Penguins comeback and secure the victory on a wrist shot. This was Rust's second four-point performance of the month. Over his previous six games, he has tallied 12 points (six goals, six assists) while registering 19 total shots and seven blocks. Given how well the top line in Pittsburgh has performed, Rust should remain locked into all lineups on Saturday evening when he travels to Newark to face the Devils.
Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust enjoyed a highly productive night against Montreal on Thursday, finishing a 9-2 road victory with his sixth career hat trick and an assist. Rust did all the work in even-strength situations, feasting next to Rickard Rakell and Sidney Crosby, who combined for seven points on Pittsburgh's top line. The three have worked very well lately, giving Rust eight points (five goals, three assists) across five December appearances. Rakell leads the team in goals, with Rust right behind him on 12 markers. The veteran winger has also had eight assists in 20 contests this season.
Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust tallied a goal and an assist during Saturday's victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs. Rust found the back of the net late in the opening frame on a snap shot. Then, in the third period, Rust tallied the primary assist on the eventual game-winning goal scored by Michael Bunting on the power-play. Rust has played a crucial role in Pittsburgh's recent turnaround, as he has tallied seven points (four goals, three assists) over his past six contests. During this span, Rust has taken at least two shots per game and logged at least two hits in four of them. Playing on the top line alongside Sidney Crosby should continue to present Rust with high-quality scoring chances. The 32-year-old should remain in most fantasy lineups and is a viable streaming option in favorable matchups for DFS.
Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust (lower body) participated fully in Wednesday's practice. He has sat out four games, but Rust likely won't miss much more action. His next chance to return comes on Thursday versus Carolina. Rust might replace Kevin Hayes (upper body) in the lineup, who missed Wednesday's practice. He should grab a top-six role straight away. Before suffering a lower-body injury, Rust amassed three goals and four points in eight games at the start of the season.
Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust (lower body) appears to be edging close to his return to action. He will join the team for Pittsburgh's upcoming road trip, which begins in New York with a game against the Islanders on Tuesday. However, Rust didn't practice with the team on Monday, meaning he will likely miss at least one more game. The experienced winger has been out since Oct. 26. Rust tallied three goals and four points in eight games before getting hurt. Rust's absence has resulted in Evgeni Malkin joining Sidney Crosby on the first line. Both Penguins stars boast fantastic career numbers in matchups against the Islanders and should make a big impact again on Tuesday.
Bryan Rust Out On Tuesday, Considered Week-To-Week
Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust (lower body) will not be in the lineup on Tuesday against Minnesota and has been labeled as week-to-week. Rust suffered a lower-body injury on Saturday against Vancouver. He had just hit some form lately, with two goals in three games. The 32-year-old sits on four points (three goals, one assist) in eight games for the season. With Rust unavailable, Evgeni Malkin and Sidney Crosby skated on the same line in Monday's practice, with Rickard Rakell completing the top trio. Kevin Hayes looks set to work as the second-line center on Tuesday, flanked by Anthony Beauvillier and Jesse Puljujarvi.
Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust (lower body) sat out Monday's practice. He sustained a lower-body injury on Saturday versus Vancouver and is still getting evaluated. Rust has tallied three goals and four points in eight outings this season. He skated on the second line with Evgeni Malkin at the weekend, but Malkin was moved to the first line in Monday's practice. The Penguins have dropped five games in a row and look set to play Malkin and Sidney Crosby together on the same line to stop the rot on Tuesday versus Minnesota.
Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust (lower body) will see his first action of the season in Saturday's clash with the Maple Leafs. Rust sat out the first two games of the season with a lower-body injury but is now ready to jump into the lineup. He joins the first line, linking up with old pal Sidney Crosby and Anthony Beauvillier. Rickard Rakell will move back down to the second line. Rust will look to hit the ground running after scoring a career-high 28 goals and picking up 56 points in 62 games last season.
Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust (lower body) will remain out on Thursday versus Detroit. Rust missed Wednesday's season opener against the Rangers due to a lower-body injury and isn't quite ready to play on Thursday either, despite skating in the morning. With Rust unavailable, Anthony Beauvillier, Drew O'Connor, and Rickard Rakell all got decent looks on the top line next to Sidney Crosby Wednesday night. The team struggled badly and was shut out in a 6-0 defeat, so head coach Mike Sullivan could shake things up for Thursday's matchup.
Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust (lower body) will miss Wednesday's season opener against the Rangers. He has failed to shake off a lower-body injury ahead of the start of the season and sits out the action despite skating on Wednesday morning. Rust's injury means Sidney Crosby will be paired with Drew O'Connor and Anthony Beauvillier on the top line to start the year. Both wingers will have elevated fantasy value thanks to the presence of the NHL's 10th all-time top scorer.
Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust (lower body) will open the 2024 season on Injured Reserve, according to Michelle Crechiolo of Pens Inside Scoop. Rust was originally deemed day-to-day during last week's practices but will miss at least the first four games of the season. However, seeing that the injury did not appear to be serious suggests that the 32-year-old could be back on the ice fairly quickly. Rust enjoyed a nice bounce-back campaign last season by scoring 28 goals with 56 points, which was an increase from the 20 goals and 46 points he posted in 2022. While Rust remains sidelined, fantasy managers should expect Anthony Beauvillier to serve as the top right wing alongside Drew O'Connor and Sidney Crosby, which makes him an intriguing streaming option through the first week of the season.
Pittsburgh Penguins forward Bryan Rust (lower body) is considered day-to-day, according to Michelle Crechiolo of Pens Inside Scoop. Crechiolo further reported that head coach Mike Sullivan said the winger is "trying to manage through it." The 32-year-old was also ruled out for Friday's preseason finale. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status through the early part of the week as he could be in danger of missing the season opener on Wednesday evening against the New York Rangers. Rust should be expected to play alongside Sidney Crosby and Drew O'Connor on the first line and the top power-play unit. If Rust were to be sidelined on Wednesday, Anthony Beauvillier and Rickard Rakell are candidates to move up to the top line.
Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust (upper body) is considered week-to-week. He stayed home at the start of the week as Pittsburgh began a four-game road trip, and it's possible these will not end up as being the only games Rust misses. Reilly Smith has a positive debut as Rust's replacement on the first line on Tuesday, registering one assist in a 4-3 overtime victory in Vancouver. The new-look line also features Rickard Rakell, who's filling in for Jake Guentzel (upper body). Rakell had two goals on Tuesday for a second consecutive multi-point outing. The line will look for further success on Thursday versus Seattle.
Bryan Rust Stays Behind As Penguins Start Road Trip
Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust (upper body) isn't with the squad as the team kicks off a four-game road trip on Tuesday in Vancouver. He suffered an upper-body injury in Sunday's contest against Philadelphia. Rust had an impressive three-point game against the Flyers and moved to third on the team's goals list with 18 markers. He's also had the same amount of assists in 42 games this season. Reilly Smith, who boasts 24 points (10 goals, 14 assists) through 49 appearances, will get the first crack at replacing Rust after practicing on the first line on Monday. Valtteri Puustinen will take over Rust's spot on the first power-play unit.
Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust is being evaluated for an upper-body injury following Sunday's 7-6 win over Philadelphia. Rust had an outstanding game with two goals and an assist but logged only 14:57 of action. The Penguins are just about to head out for a four-game road trip, and it's now unclear if Rust will travel with the team. If he's out, Rust would exit the lineup in the midst of a hot streak. The 31-year-old has notched seven goals and nine points in nine outings this month. He's tallied 36 points (18 goals, 18 assists) in 42 games for the season. Newly acquired Emil Bemstrom could land in a dream spot next to Sidney Crosby on the first line if Rust isn't available.
Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust (upper body) has been activated from long-term Injured Reserve and is set to rejoin the lineup Tuesday versus Washington. Rust has been unavailable for 10 games with an upper-body issue. He skated with Evgeni Malkin and Reilly Smith on Tuesday morning. The 31-year-old played well before getting injured, posting 10 goals and 10 assists across 22 games. Despite sitting out nearly a month of action, Rust is still tied for the fourth-most points among the Penguins forwards this season.
Pittsburgh Penguins winger Bryan Rust (upper body) is out week-to-week with an upper-body injury suffered against the Tampa Bay Lightning last Wednesday. This is a tough one for the Penguins and Rust, who have been struggling recently and are already shorthanded up front. It'll be difficult to replace Rust's production, as the winger has 20 points (10 goals, 10 assists) in 20 games this season. Drew O'Connor will likely stay in Rust's spot as a member of the first line, while Kris Letang will take over his spot on the top powerplay unit.
Pittsburgh Penguins winger Bryan Rust (upper body) will miss Friday's game against the Florida Panthers after leaving Wednesday's game early with an upper-body injury. Rust already missed three games earlier this season with a lower-body injury, but has still put up 20 points (10 goals, 10 assists) in 22 games this season while playing on a line with Sidney Crosby and Jake Guentzel and also being a part of the Pens first powerplay unit. It will be a major blow to the already shorthanded Penguins if Rust is forced to miss time. Kris Letang will likely take over Rust's spot on the powerplay, giving him added value for the time being.
Pittsburgh Penguins winger Bryan Rust (lower body) is expected to return to the lineup for Tuesday's contest against the Nashville Predators. The veteran has missed the last three games due to a lower-body injury but took full contact in Monday's practice and appears good to go on Tuesday. Once a bottom-six forward, the 31-year-old has developed into a nice offensive player in recent seasons, notching at least 20 goals in each of his last four seasons. He has tallied a healthy nine goals and 16 points in 17 games this season along with 55 shots on goal and a plus-10 rating, making him an excellent fantasy option while skating with either Sidney Crosby or Evgeni Malkin in the Pens' top six.
Bryan Rust Considered A Game-Time Decision For Tuesday
Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust (lower body) came through full practice on Monday and will be a game-time decision for Tuesday's meeting with Nashville. Rust has missed three games but appears on track to return versus the Predators, having worked on the first power-play unit on Monday. The 31-year-old has enjoyed a productive start to 2023-24, posting nine goals and 16 points in 17 games.
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