Career
He scored a total of 128 league goals in more than 350 career appearances. Born in Hurlford, Picken started his career with Bolton Wanderers before moving to in 1903. He spent a hugely successful two years with the club, scoring 46 goals in all competitions from just 90 appearances, including two hat-tricks in three games in October 1904 against New Brompton and Tottenham Hotspur.
His form in front of goal didn"t go unnoticed, and he joined prior to the 1905-1906 season.
He saw out his career with two year spells with Burnley and Bristol City. Picken returned to Plymouth after retiring from football.
He died on 31 July 1952.