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Liam and Markus Ruck drafted by Pittsburgh Penguins in NHL Draft

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Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Liam and Markus Ruck drafted by Pittsburgh Penguins in NHL Draft
Summary

Liam and Markus Ruck, 18-year-old twin brothers, were selected by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 2026 NHL Draft on June 27. Liam was picked 22nd overall in the first round, and Markus followed as the 39th overall pick in the second round. This makes them the highest-drafted twins since 1999. The Rucks, originally from Osoyoos, British Columbia, have a strong bond developed from playing together since childhood. Their selection by the same team has pleased their parents, who have always hoped for their sons to remain teammates at the professional level.

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  • •Liam Ruck was selected 22nd overall by the Penguins.
  • •Markus Ruck was drafted 39th overall, reuniting the twins.
  • •The Ruck brothers played for the Medicine Hat Tigers in the WHL.
  • •They are the highest-drafted twins since the Sedins in 1999.
  • •The Rucks participated in the Penguins' prospect development camp.
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  • 1:30 PMYahoo Sports — Liam and Markus Ruck Are Living Their Hockey ‘Dream Come True’ After Being Drafted Together by Pittsburgh Penguins (Exclusive)
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The 18-year-old brothers were taken in the first and second rounds of the 2026 NHL Draft last month

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