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Penguins and Sabres complete NHL draft evaluations for 2026

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 1:46 PM

Last updated Jun 30, 2026

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Summary

The NHL draft concluded with teams addressing their needs. Pittsburgh's focus included drafting twins Liam and Markus Ruck, both productive forwards from the WHL. Their potential impact may help the team in the coming seasons. The Sabres, having fewer picks, opted for defenseman Daxon Rudolph at fourth overall, which has faced criticism. As training camp and free agency approach, the effectiveness of these draft choices will become clearer.

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•Pittsburgh drafts Liam and Markus Ruck, twins from the WHL.
•Ruck brothers posted over 100 points each in their second junior season.
•Sabres select Daxon Rudolph fourth overall, seen as a controversial choice.
•Sabres had limited picks after making the playoffs.
•Pittsburgh's draft strategy is expected to impact development in the coming seasons.

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1:46 PMYahoo Sports — Lyons' Look: How did the Sabres and Penguins do in the draft?

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With the NHL draft behind us, I’ve had a couple of days to process my initial reactions to the Sabres and Penguins picks. So, as training camp starts and free agency rapidly approaches, let’s take a quick look at how the draft weekend went for the Sabres and Penguins. Pittsburgh: A Now, to preface, I am not the best when it comes to my prospect knowledge, but I feel capable enough to give a ...
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Yahoo SportsJun 30, 2026, 1:46 PM
Lyons' Look: How did the Sabres and Penguins do in the draft?
With the NHL draft behind us, I’ve had a couple of days to process my initial reactions to the Sabres and Penguins picks. So, as training camp starts and free agency rapidly approaches, let’s take a quick look at how the draft weekend went for the Sabres and Penguins. Pittsburgh: A Now, to preface, I am not the best when it comes to my prospect knowledge, but I feel capable enough to give a ...

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