Bryan Rust agreed to a six-year, $30.75 million contract with the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday. It has an average annual value of $5.125 million.
The 30-year-old forward could have become an unrestricted free agent July 13.
Rust had an NHL career-high 58 points (24 goals, 34 assists) in 60 games this season. The right wing was third on the Penguins in goals and fourth in points, playing primarily on the top line with center Sidney Crosby and Jake Guentzel.
Rust had eight points (two goals, six assists) in seven Stanley Cup Playoff games. The Penguins were eliminated by the New York Rangers in the Eastern Conference First Round.
“Bryan exemplifies what it means to be a Pittsburgh Penguin,” general manager Ron Hextall said. “Since being drafted by Pittsburgh, he has developed into a versatile player and leader on our team, capable of contributing in any situation. His leadership qualities and experience as a two-time Stanley Cup champion is an important piece of our team.”
Selected by Pittsburgh in the third round (No. 80) of the 2010 NHL Draft, Rust has 270 points (124 goals, 146 assists) in 424 regular-season games. He also has 35 points (21 goals, 14 assists) in 79 playoff games, helping the Penguins win the Stanley Cup in 2016 and 2017.
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