Rust scores twice, including OT winner, to lead Penguins over Predators 5-4

Nashville Predators left wing Filip Forsberg (9) passes the puck past Pittsburgh Penguins center Blake Lizotte (46) during the second period of an NHL hockey game Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024, in Nashville, Tenn.

Nashville Predators left wing Filip Forsberg (9) passes the puck past Pittsburgh Penguins center Blake Lizotte (46) during the second period of an NHL hockey game Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)


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NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Bryan Rust scored his second goal of the game 1:07 into overtime and Sidney Crosby had a season-high four points as the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Nashville Predators 5-4. Rust also had two assists and Crosby finished with a goal and three assists. Rickard Rakell and Erik Karlsson each had a goal and an assist for the Penguins, who have won three of four. Tristan Jarry made 22 saves. Crosby, the Pitsburgh captain, snapped a 10-game goal drought. Steven Stamkos, Jonathan Marchessault, Luke Evangelista and Brady Skjei scored for Nashville. Juuse Saros stopped 15 shots, and Filip Forsberg had two assists.

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