Wesley Johnson, who worked out for the Timbrwolves yesterday, is a popular choice to be the No. 4 pick in next week’s NBA draft and become a member of the Wolves. The Syracuse junior wasn’t highly recruited in high school but his development in college has made him a probable fit for the Timberwolves who are in need of a small forward. Last season the 6-7, 205 pound Johnson ranked 10thin the Big East Conference at 16.5 points per game, fifth in rebounding averaging 8.5, fifth in steals at 1.7, sixth in blocks with 1.8 and seventh in three-point percentage at .415.
The Northwoods League, a summer college baseball league that includes Minnesota franchises, reports a record 162 alumni chosen during the 50 rounds of last week’s major league baseball draft. The league website says 65 former Northwoods players have made the big leagues. https://www.northwoodsleague.com/News.aspx
Former North Stars owner Howard Baldwin wants to make a movie about hockey legend Gordie Howe.
Mike Modano, who started his career with the North Stars, will play a 20th NHL season and probably finish his career in Dallas where new ownership will be decided soon.
Ex-Gopher Paul Martin, in demand as a free agent, may wait until New Jersey names a coach to replace Jacques Lemaire before deciding on a future with the Devils.
The annual Bruce Smith Golf Classic at Faribault Golf Club is next Monday. The classic is named after Faribault native and former Gophers Heisman Trophy winner Bruce Smith. The event provides scholarships for students who have graduated from Faribault High School, Bethlehem Academy and the Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf.
Rachelle Dosch is the new head volleyball coach at Gustavus. Dosch, a 2007 St. Thomas grad, was an assistant coach at Winona State and Luther College during the past three years.