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Flyers bring 3-2 series lead into game 6 against the Penguins

The Philadelphia Flyers host the Pittsburgh Penguins in the first round of the NHL Playoffs with a 3-2 lead in the series

APRIL 29 • Associated Press

Fans react as Porter Martone gets hair yanked hard by Bryan Rust during Pens-Flyers scrum: "He deserves this treatment" The Pittsburgh Penguins avoided elimination with a 4-2 win against the Philadelphia Flyers in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference First Round o...

APRIL 26 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Controversy in Game 4 as Bryan Rust pulls Porter Martone's hair. Hair pulling in the sport of hockey?

APRIL 26 • HOCKEYFEED.COM

"Trying to cut him with his blade?": Travis Konecny berated by fans for attempting to kick out Bryan Rust's legs during Pens-Flyers scuffle Fans on social media were furious with Philadelphia Flyers forward Travis Konecny's attempt to kick out Penguins forward Bryan Rust during G...

APRIL 23 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Flyers score 3 goals in 2nd period and top Penguins 5-2 to take 3-0 lead in first-round series

Trevor Zegras, Rasmus Ristolainen and Nick Seeler scored three goals on four shots in the second period, pushing the Flyers to the brink of a sweep with a 5-2 Game 3 win against th...

APRIL 23 • Associated Press

Make room! Flyers, Penguins squeeze 11 players inside penalty box after Game 3 melee

The Flyers and Penguins put a squeeze on the penalty box in Game 3 of the playoff series — try, 11 total players cramped inside their designated punishment areas

APRIL 23 • Associated Press

Scores late in Game 1 loss Rust scored a power-play goal on three shots in Saturday's 3-2 loss to the Flyers in Game 1.

Impact Rust got the Penguins within a goal at 18:59 of the third period, but they couldn't tie the game. The 33-year-old winger finished the regular season at 29 goals and 65 points in 72 outings, matching his career-best point total from the year before. Rust will see top-line minutes and power-play time throughout the playoffs. In previous postseasons, he's earned a total of 21 goals and 35 points across 79 appearances, including a pair of Stanley Cup championships.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Flyers celebrate return to the playoffs with a 3-2 win over Penguins in Game 1

Travis Sanheim scored the go-ahead goal midway through the third period and the Philadelphia Flyers opened the playoffs with a 3-2 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins

APRIL 19 • Associated Press

Where the Penguins Stand | Pittsburgh Penguins After talking at length about the Flyers, I asked Bryan Rust to name the strengths of this Penguins team, which has flipped the script to be...

APRIL 18 • NHL.COM

Back on top line Rust (rest) was working on the first line at Thursday's practice, Michelle Crechiolo of the Penguins' official site reports.

Impact Rust just missed out on reaching the 30-goal mark for the second straight year, tallying 29 times in 72 contests. Along with Egor Chinakhov, Rust figures to continue flanking long-time running mate Sidney Crosby while also joining him on the No. 1 power-play unit. As such, Rust figures to have high-end fantasy value in postseason pools.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Jimmy Snuggerud scores twice, leads Blues back from 3-goal deficit to beat Penguins 7-5

Jimmy Snuggerud scored twice and assisted on both of Dylan Holloway’s goals in the third period as the St. Louis Blues rallied from a three-goal deficit to beat the Pittsburgh Peng...

APRIL 15 • Associated Press

Not in lineup Tuesday Rust will sit out Tuesday's road finale against St. Louis as Pittsburgh gives its veterans a pre-playoff rest day, per Seth Rorabaugh of Tribune-Review Sports.

Impact The 34-year-old winger has 29 goals and 65 points across 72 appearances in 2025-26, one of his most productive campaigns to date. Operating as a fixture on the Penguins' top line and first power-play unit throughout the year, Rust has also chipped in 183 shots on net and 70 blocked shots. He should return to the lineup when the playoffs begin and is a strong fantasy option in all formats.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Blues and Penguins face off for out-of-conference matchup

The St. Louis Blues and the Pittsburgh Penguins hit the ice in a non-conference matchup

APRIL 14 • Associated Press

Desperation defending with NO stick

APRIL 12 • YOUTUBE

Set to return Sunday Rust (lower body) is slated to play against Washington on Sunday, according to Tom Gulitti of NHL.com.

Impact Rust sat out Saturday's 6-3 loss to the Capitals, but he is available to return to action in Sunday's matchup. He has accounted for 29 goals, 65 points, 183 shots on net and 70 blocked shots through 71 games this season.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Washington plays Pittsburgh following Leonard's 2-goal showing

The Washington Capitals host the Pittsburgh Penguins after Ryan Leonard's two-goal game against the Pittsburgh Penguins in the Capitals' 6-3 win

APRIL 12 • Associated Press

Ilya Protas scores first NHL goal, Capitals defeat Penguins, 6-3

Ilya Protas scored his first NHL goal and added two assists as the Washington Capitals beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-3 on Saturday

APRIL 11 • Associated Press

Penguins sit stars Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin ahead of visit by Alex Ovechkin and the Capitals

The highly anticipated 100th meeting between Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin is postponed

APRIL 11 • Associated Press

Ruled out Saturday Rust (lower body) will be unavailable Saturday versus Washington.

Impact Rust has tied his career-best in points with 65, a record he set last season. He has been a force on the power play with eight goals and 16 helpers. Rust could return as early as Sunday in Washington, though Tuesday in St. Louis could be a better spot, if he is able to play before the start of the playoffs.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Puts away goal in win Rust scored a goal on two shots in Thursday's 5-2 win over the Devils.

Impact Rust has three goals and three assists over his last five games. The 33-year-old winger was able to contribute a goal in the win that secured the Penguins' return to the postseason under first-year head coach Dan Muse. Rust has played his role well on the top line, matching his career high of 65 points in 71 contests, the same amount of appearances he had when he set the mark last year. He's added 183 shots on net, 70 blocked shots and a plus-2 rating and has up to three more games to push for setting a career high and returning to the 30-goal mark for the second year in a row.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Penguins take win streak into home matchup with the Capitals

The Pittsburgh Penguins host the Washington Capitals with a three win streak on the line

APRIL 10 • Associated Press

Penguins vs. Devils | NHL Highlights | April 09, 2026

APRIL 10 • YOUTUBE

Malkin, Crosby and Letang help the Penguins beat the Devils to clinch a playoff spot

Evgeni Malkin scored as part of his two-point game, Sidney Crosby set up two goals and Kris Letang had an assist as the Pittsburgh Penguins clinched a playoff spot by defeating the...

APRIL 10 • Associated Press

Bryan Rust scores a goal against the New Jersey Devils

APRIL 9 • YOUTUBE

Sid and Ovi through the years: A look at the Crosby-Ovechkin rivalry as its final acts loom

Is one of the NHL's best rivalries nearing an end

APRIL 9 • Associated Press

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