During its championship years under Pickett, the team was the highest paying professional organization in ice hockey, with stars like Bryan Trottier, Mike Bossy, Denis Potvin and Billy Smith at or near the top of the league in compensation by position. During this period, Pickett was a very hands-off owner who shied away from media attention, instead permitting accolades to be showered on the players and coaches.
During its championship years under Pickett, the team was the highest paying professional organization in ice hockey, featuring top stars like Bryan Trottier, Mike Bossy, Denis Potvin and Billy Smith who were among the league leaders in compensation by position. During this period, Pickett was a very hands-off owner who avoided media attention, instead allowing accolades to be bestowed upon the players and coaches.