Hayes Scores Twice in Storybook NHL Debut for Penguins

Pittsburgh Penguins rookie Avery Hayes scored two goals in his NHL debut, leading the team to a 5-2 victory over the Buffalo Sabres. Called up from the AHL due to multiple absences, Hayes learned he'd be playing just hours before the game. He scored his first NHL goal on his first shot at 9:18 of the first period, then added a second goal late in the period. Hayes, who has 13 goals and 10 assists in 31 AHL games, impressed with his speed, two-way play, and work ethic, drawing comparisons to Bryan Rust.