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Markus

Ruck

C · PIT

2026-27

Markus Ruck (Pittsburgh Penguins) stats and profile: offensive production, ice time, advanced stats, WAR and PAL rating.

Markus Ruck

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HEIGHT : 183 cm · WEIGHT : 78 kg · SHOOTS : L

Born : February 20, 2008 · Osoyoos, Canada

Drafted : 2026 · PIT · round 2, pick #39

Advanced stats

No stats for this season.

Stats and photos: NHL (NHL.com)

Rank

61

among all 32 teams' prospects

Rating

94/ 100

percentile among prospects at his position

Potential

70/ 80

First line or top pair

Ceiling: 9.6 WAR from age 21 to 26

NHL probability

69 %

of playing 200 NHL games from age 21 to 26

Expected WAR, age 21-26

3.7

the most likely outcome

NHLe

36

NHL points over 82 games, from 2025-26 (WHL, 68 games)

Markus Ruck: frequently asked questions

How old is Markus Ruck?

Markus Ruck is 18 years old: he was born on February 21, 2008.

How tall is Markus Ruck, and how much does he weigh?

Markus Ruck is 6'0" (183 cm) and weighs 172 lb (78 kg).

Where is Markus Ruck from?

Canada: Markus Ruck was born in Osoyoos, British Columbia, Canada.

What team does Markus Ruck play for?

Markus Ruck plays for the Pittsburgh Penguins in the NHL, at C, wearing number 80.

Is Markus Ruck injured?

No: Markus Ruck is not on the latest NHL injury report. This answer is updated throughout the season.

Where was Markus Ruck drafted?

Markus Ruck was drafted 39th overall (round 2) by Pittsburgh Penguins in 2026.

See also: his Pittsburgh Penguins teammates

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