Penguins’ Rust Exits Game Against Utah With Injury

The Pittsburgh Penguins' top-line forward exited Monday's game during the second period and did not return.

By Kelsey Surmacz · Yahoo Sports

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 3:59 AM

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Penguins forward Bryan Rust exited Monday's matchup against the Utah Mammoth due to an injury.
The Pittsburgh Penguins were defeated 5-4 by Utah at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City.
The defeat marked Pittsburgh's fourth consecutive loss, finishing their four-game road trip winless.

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Pittsburgh Penguins forward Bryan Rust exited Monday's game against the Utah Mammoth after sustaining an injury. The Penguins suffered a 5-4 defeat at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, concluding a winless four-game western road swing.

The loss dropped Pittsburgh's record to 3-6-1 on the season under coach Dan Muse. The team entered the 2026-27 season heavily impacted by injuries, carrying 10 players on injured reserve or designated non-roster status.

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