Robert Picard
Canadian ice hockey player and defenceman
Born
May 25th, 1957
67 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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A former professional ice hockey player, played as a defenceman in the National Hockey League (NHL). Spent significant portions of the career with the Quebec Nordiques and the Ottawa Senators. Was part of the Canadian national team during international competitions. Played in the 1988 Winter Olympics.
Competed in the 1988 Winter Olympics
Played for the Quebec Nordiques
Played for the Ottawa Senators
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