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Penguins select Liam Ruck in 2026 NHL Draft's first round

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 3:16 AM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Penguins select Liam Ruck in 2026 NHL Draft's first round
Summary

At the 2026 NHL Entry Draft held today, the Pittsburgh Penguins selected right wing Liam Ruck with the 22nd overall pick. Ruck played for the Medicine Hat Tigers in the WHL, where he recorded 45 goals and 104 points in 68 games last season. He will play for Medicine Hat again next season before joining the University of North Dakota in 2027-28. Liam's twin brother, Markus, also performed strongly in the WHL, tallying 21 goals and 108 points. The draft continues tomorrow with additional rounds.

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By the Numbers
  • •Penguins picked Liam Ruck with the 22nd overall selection.
  • •Ruck scored 45 goals and 104 points in 68 games last season.
  • •His twin brother, Markus, had 21 goals and 108 points.
  • •Both brothers are committed to University of North Dakota.
  • •NHL Draft continues Saturday with rounds 2-7.
Latest Updates
  • 5:56 PMYahoo Sports — Penguins Select Ruck Twins In NHL Draft
  • 3:16 AMYahoo Sports — Penguins Select Right Wing Liam Ruck With 22nd Overall Pick
What they're saying
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The Penguins selected one brother in a set of draft-eligible twins this year.

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Pittsburgh selected Liam in the first round.

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