Rangers Eye Bryan Rust Trade | New York Rangers News

**Corey** (0:00)
On July 22nd, the Rangers have been busy this off season, adding players like Pavel Dorafeyev, Marcus Pedersen, and Oliver Björkstrand to beef up their roster. But word on the street is, they're still looking for another high-impact winger to really solidify that top six.
That's where Bryan Rust from the Pittsburgh Penguins comes into play.
He's a veteran forward who could seriously upgrade their scoring potential, potentially slotting in on the second line or even the top line.
His contract is also a plus, with a reasonable cap hit and being signed through the 2027-2028 season. This isn't just some random idea, there's a proposed trade that could make it happen. The Rangers would send a protected first-round pick in 2027, along with prospects Adam Sykora and Urho Vaakanainen to Pittsburgh. In return, they'd get Rust. The familiarity factor is also interesting.
Rust has a long history with the Rangers head coach, Mike Sullivan, who previously coached him with the Penguins. That established connection could make for a smoother integration into the team. With the Rangers aiming to be more competitive next season, acquiring a player like Rust who can contribute across the board on both power plays and penalty kills makes a lot of sense. It'll be worth watching to see if this trade speculation turns into actual moves on the ice. Stay locked in with New York Rangers News Today, AI-powered updates. I'm Corey with the story.