The unsung hero for the Prince George Firebirds was Maurice Picard. While people like to focus in all of the additions Prince George made before the trade deadline and all of the team's hot-shot rookies, Picard's steady two-way play on the blue-line was one of the key reasons the Firebirds were able to bring home the cup. Picard recorded 6 assists during the playoffs, dished out 22 bone crushing body checks, and showed that he valued the team's success more than his own physical well being by blocking 15 shots. Picard may not be the person that jumps out at you in the box-score, but there is no doubt that his steady play was a key reason that the Firebirds won. This ymtype of play is something that is definitely noticed by Picard's teammates and his coaching staff alike. It's fitting that Picard won a cup, the defenseman is a prized prospect in the Los Angeles Panthers system and somebody who very well may earn a spot with the big club out of training camp.