Penguins select twins Liam and Markus Ruck in NHL Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 4:41 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
The Pittsburgh Penguins drafted twin brothers Liam and Markus Ruck during the 2026 NHL Draft. Liam was picked 22nd overall in the first round, while Markus was chosen 39th overall, keeping them together on the same team. The Ruck brothers have played together throughout their youth, including with the Medicine Hat Tigers in the WHL. This move aims to capitalize on their existing chemistry on the ice, as Liam is known for his scoring ability and Markus excels as a playmaker.
- •Liam Ruck selected 22nd overall in the first round of the draft.
- •Markus Ruck picked 39th overall in the second round.
- •Brothers have played together their entire lives.
- •Liam known for finishing; Markus is a playmaker.
- 4:41 PMYahoo Sports — How Penguins made Ruck twins’ NHL dream come true by pairing brothers Liam and Markus
"The Penguins kept two brothers together as they enter the NHL.
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