What It Means:

He skated with Crosby during Sunday's practice, but coach Mike Sullivan didn't commit to changing up his lines. If Rust does skate with Crosby then Patric Hornqvist would play with Evgeni Malkin. The Penguins had an optional practice on Monday without Crosby and Malkin in attendance.

Rust tallied 11 points (four goals, seven assists) in 41 games played during the regular season. His Corsi For Percentage of 51.1 was solid, but his Relative Corsi For Percentage at Even Strength was a poor -5.8. These totals have moved to 46.3 and 0.2, respectively, in 11 playoff games this season, while Rust has tallied three points (two goals, one assist).