Should you wager on Bryan Rust to light the lamp when the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Columbus Blue Jackets meet up on Tuesday at 7:00 PM ET? In the article below, we dig into the numbers and trends you need to consider before putting any money down.

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Will Bryan Rust score a goal against the Blue Jackets?

Odds to score a goal this game: +170 (Bet $10 to win $17.00 if he scores a goal)

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Rust stats and insights

• In 11 of 34 games this season, Rust has scored — and three times he scored multiple goals.
• In one game versus the Blue Jackets this season, he has taken one shot, but has not scored a goal.
• On the power play he has two goals, plus four assists.
• Rust’s shooting percentage is 15.6%, and he averages 2.7 shots per game.

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Blue Jackets defensive stats

• The Blue Jackets have conceded 145 goals in total (3.6 per game), which ranks 30th in the league in goals allowed.
• So far this season, the Blue Jackets have not secured a shutout victory. Their skaters are averaging 19.8 hits and 15.9 blocked shots per game.

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Rust recent games

Penguins vs. Blue Jackets game info

• Game Day: Tuesday, January 7, 2025
• Game Time: 7:00 PM ET
• TV Channel: ESPN+
• Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+

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