Gopher Updates from the Pioneer Press

Former Gophers hockey stars Krissy Wendell and Johnny Pohl have been dating for some time. Wendell's father, Larry, and Pohl's father, Jim, were former junior hockey teammates. Pohl and former Gopher Erik Westrum have guaranteed $460,000 contracts with the Toronto Maple Leafs for next season.

The Indianapolis Colts are experimenting with former Gophers defensive tackle Darrell Reid at fullback in short yardage situations.