Robert Picard

Canadian ice hockey player and defenceman

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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