Penguins draft Markus Ruck to join twin brother Liam in NHL
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 5:34 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
The Pittsburgh Penguins added Markus Ruck in the second round of the NHL Draft on June 27, 2026, after selecting his twin brother Liam in the first round on June 26. The Ruck brothers, who played for Medicine Hat in the WHL, have nearly always been together, with the longest separation being four days. Both players are committed to North Dakota for the 2027 season. The Calgary Flames selected Joe Iginla, son of former star Jarome Iginla, in the third round. Meanwhile, the St. Louis Blues acquired defenseman Brandon Carlo from the Maple Leafs in a trade involving two third-round picks.
- •Penguins draft Markus Ruck with the 39th pick after Liam at 22.
- •Both brothers will return to Medicine Hat for the upcoming season.
- •Calgary Flames draft Joe Iginla in the third round.
- •St. Louis Blues acquire Brandon Carlo from Toronto for two third-round picks.
- 5:34 PMYahoo Sports — NHL draft Day 2 takeaways: Penguins keep Ruck twins together
"The Penguins drafted Markus Ruck on Day 2 after taking twin brother in the first round round. Brandon Carlo traded and other takeways.
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