Forward Bryan Rust has been placed on injured reserve retroactive to October 14.
Aston-Reese, 26, has played in three-plus NHL seasons, all with Pittsburgh. In 45 games during the 2020-21 season, the forward recorded nine goals, six assists, 15 points and a plus-10. His nine goals were a career-high mark. Aston-Reese's 95 hits last season were the second-most on the team, while his 1:52 minutes of shorthanded time on ice per game ranked third among Pittsburgh forwards.
The Staten Island, NY native has recorded 27 goals, 24 assists, 51 points and a plus-30 in 161 career NHL games. Aston-Reese's career plus-30 is the fourth-best (tied) on the Penguins since his debut in 2017-18. The forward has also recorded four points (1G-3A) in 23 career playoff games.
The Penguins host the Chicago Blackhawks tonight at 7:00 PM at PPG Paints Arena in the team's home opener. Fans can watch the game on AT&T SportsNet or listen on the team's official flagship radio station, 105.9 The X.
