Liam Ruck showcases talent ahead of 2026 NHL Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Liam Ruck, a forward from the Medicine Hat Tigers, heads into the 2026 NHL Draft this Friday. Ruck has produced impressive numbers throughout his junior career, highlighted by 104 points in the recent WHL season. His brother Markus, a teammate, also excels, finishing with 108 points. Ruck, 6'0'' and 176 pounds, has been highly ranked by several scouting services, with listings between 10th and 43rd, indicating a strong chance of being drafted in the first round.
- •Ruck scored 45 goals and 59 assists in the WHL this season.
- •He is expected to be a first-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.
- •Ranked between 10th and 43rd by multiple scouting services.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Liam Ruck: 2026 NHL Draft Prospect Profile: Elite Production and Strong Hockey IQ
"Liam Ruck has put up massive numbers everywhere he’s gone. Might he be an option for New Jersey?
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