Quick Info
| Profession | Ice Hockey Right Winger |
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| Nationality | Canada |
| Date of Birth | 21/02/2008 |
| Age | 18 years |
| Birthplace | Osoyoos, British Columbia, Canada |
Latest News about Liam Ruck
26/06/2026
Liam Ruck was selected 22nd overall by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the first round of the 2026 NHL Entry Draft held at the KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York. The 18-year-old right winger from Osoyoos, British Columbia, earned this spot after a standout 2025-26 season with the Medicine Hat Tigers, where he recorded 45 goals and 59 assists in 68 games.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Canadian ice hockey right winger playing for the Medicine Hat Tigers in the Western Hockey League (WHL). Selected 22nd overall by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft. |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6'0" |
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| Weight | 176 lbs |
| Shoots | Right |
| Position | Forward |
Relationships & More
| Twin Brother | Markus Ruck |
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Family
| Brother | Markus Ruck (identical twin) |
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Career
| Current Team | Medicine Hat Tigers (WHL) |
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| Season Stats (2025-26) | 68 GP, 45 G, 59 A, 104 Pts |
| Playoff Stats (2025-26) | 14 GP, 8 G, 4 A, 12 Pts |
| WHL Draft | MH (2023), Round 1, Pick 9 |
| NHL Draft Eligibility | 2026 (First-year eligible) |
| Mock Draft Rank | 32nd (OTT) |
| NHL Draft Result | Selected 22nd overall by the Pittsburgh Penguins (2026) |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Identical twin brother of Markus Ruck. | |
| 2. Both brothers are bonded through hockey. | |
| 3. Vancouver Canucks are reportedly targeting him for the 24th overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. | |
| 4. Selected 22nd overall by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft. |