"Devan brought the element of consummate professionalism and class to our dressing room, in what has been an extremely unique and challenging season," said Wilson. "He fit seamlessly within our group and helped mentor many of our younger players. We thank him for his contributions to our club on and off the ice this season and wish him the best in Colorado."
Pateryn, originally selected in the fifth round (128th overall) of the 2008 NHL Draft by the Toronto Maple Leafs, has posted 41 points (four goals, 37 assists) and 166 penalty minutes in 278 NHL games with Montreal, Dallas, Minnesota and Colorado.
