Sibling Refinery: Penguins Select The Ruck Twins In 2026 NHL Draft

With the 22nd overall selection in the 2026 NHL draft, the Pittsburgh Penguins selected Liam Ruck. Then, 17 picks later, the Penguins ensured that Liam would be reunited with his twin brother, Markus, as the 39th pick saw them select Markus Ruck. The twins wanted to be together, and the Penguins granted their wish.

Within family circles of all shapes and sizes, there exists one truism: if and when the opportunity arises to take a playful swipe at a sibling, one must take it. Whether that’s by an older sibling, younger sibling, half-sibling or step-sibling, it doesn’t matter. The rules of the jungle simply state that one must deliver the burn – or risk being burnt.

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