In the upcoming matchup versus the Buffalo Sabres, which begins at 7:00 PM ET on Friday, can we bet on Bryan Rust to light the lamp for the Pittsburgh Penguins? Let’s dive into the most important stats and trends to determine which prop bets you should be considering.

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Will Bryan Rust score a goal against the Sabres?

Odds to score a goal this game: +220 (Bet $10 to win $22.00 if he scores a goal)

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Rust stats and insights

• In 13 of 39 games this season, Rust has scored — and three times he scored multiple goals.
• In one game against the Sabres this season, he has attempted six shots and scored one goal.
• On the power play he has two goals, plus four assists.
• He takes 2.7 shots per game, and converts 15.9% of them.

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Sabres defensive stats

• On the defensive side, the Sabres are allowing 147 total goals (3.3 per game) which ranks 27th in the league.
• So far this season, the Sabres have not secured a shutout victory. Their skaters are averaging 20.9 hits and 14.9 blocked shots per game.

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Rust recent games

Penguins vs. Sabres game info

• Game Day: Friday, January 17, 2025
• Game Time: 7:00 PM ET
• TV Channel: ESPN+
• Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+

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