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Penguins separate Ruck twins at annual development camp

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 11:00 AM

Last updated Jun 30, 2026

Penguins separate Ruck twins at annual development camp

Summary

The Pittsburgh Penguins opened their annual prospect development camp on June 29 by separating the Ruck twins, Liam and Markus. Both players, recent draft picks from the WHL, were placed on different teams to foster their development with new teammates. Penguins director of player development Tom Kostopoulos emphasized the importance of this separation to improve their individual skills. Liam, the first-round pick, aims to build strength ahead of another WHL season, while Markus focuses on enhancing his skating technique. Other new draft prospects also joined the camp, with a focus on their individual growth and preparation for the upcoming seasons.

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By the Numbers

•Liam Ruck and Markus Ruck are first and second round picks, respectively.
•The camp takes place in Cranberry and started on June 29.
•Kostopoulos aims for each twin to play to their strengths.
•Liam is set to work on gaining weight for next WHL season.
•Other prospects at the camp include Tomas Galvas and Pierce Mbuyi.

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The Penguins started out the franchise’s annual prospect development camp by splitting up the Ruck twins. First-round pick Liam Ruck and second-round pick Markus Ruck were separated onto different squads when the three-team camp kicked off Monday in Cranberry. Penguins director of player development Tom Kostopoulos said Monday that was a deliberate decision to give […]
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