Will Ragatz

Will Ragatz

Joined: Jul 15, 2024

Will Ragatz is a senior writer for Vikings On SI, who also covers the Twins, Timberwolves, Gophers, and other Minnesota teams. He is a credentialed Minnesota Vikings beat reporter, covering the team extensively at practices, games and throughout the NFL draft and free agency period. Ragatz attended Northwestern University, where he studied at the prestigious Medill School of Journalism. During his time as a student, he covered Northwestern Wildcats football and basketball for SB Nation’s Inside NU, eventually serving as co-editor-in-chief in his junior year. In the fall of 2018, Will interned in Sports Illustrated’s newsroom in New York City, where he wrote articles on Major League Baseball, college football, and college basketball for SI.com.

Apr 10, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Joan Beringer (19) dunks the ball during the first quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center.

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Apr 8, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kyle Anderson (12) warms up before the game against the Orlando Magic at Kia Center.

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Apr 27, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) talks with a referee in the third quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves during game four of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Target Center.

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Apr 12, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julian Phillips (4) dribbles against New Orleans Pelicans guard Jordan Hawkins (24) plays defense in the second half at Target Center.

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Apr 3, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) during the first quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Spectrum Center.

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Simmons said he hated the Ball trade for Minnesota...just a few months after praising the ex-Hornets star.

Feb 8, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward John Collins (20) works around Minnesota Timberwolves guard Ayo Dosunmu (13) in the first quarter at Target Center.

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The Wolves have reported interest in John Collins but no room to realistically pursue him.

Mar 3, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) celebrates after a three point basket against the Memphis Grizzlies in the second half at Target Center.

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By playing off of the ball more, Edwards' shooting efficiency should get a nice boost.

Mar 5, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) drives past Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) during the second half at the Spectrum Center.

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This could go extremely well for Minnesota or crash and burn in spectacular fashion.

Apr 5, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) during a stoppage in the first quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center.

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Tim Connelly still has work to do after landing Ball in a blockbuster trade on Thursday.

Mar 28, 2026; San Jose, CA, USA; Purdue Boilermakers forward Trey Kaufman-Renn (4) reacts in the first half against the Arizona Wildcats during an Elite Eight game of the West Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at SAP Center.

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Kaufman-Renn was a productive college player who has good size and strength.

Mar 14, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Isaiah Evans (3) reacts in the second half during the men's ACC Conference Tournament Championship at Spectrum Center.

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The Timberwolves land a player many thought would be taken in the first round of the draft.

Dec 23, 2022; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) and Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (1) after the Celtics defeated the Timberwolves at TD Garden.

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Brown is likely to be traded by the Celtics, who reportedly want a big man. Could Minnesota make this happen?

Mar 14, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Isaiah Evans (3) celebrates after a play against the Virginia Cavaliers during the men's ACC Conference Tournament Championship at Spectrum Center.

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The Wolves hold the third pick in the second round on Wednesday night. Who could they target?

Mar 1, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch calls out in the second half against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena.

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Finch isn't yet allowed to directly comment on unofficial transactions involving Julius Randle and Ayo Dosunmu.

May 10, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) speaks to a reporter after game four of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs with the San Antonio Spurs at Target Center.

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The Julius Randle trade has led to predictable national media speculation about Edwards possibly wanting out of Minnesota.

May 11, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Players participate in the 2026 NBA Draft Combine at Wintrust Arena.

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The Wolves moved back five spots in Monday's Julius Randle trade, but they actually may have picked up a more valuable asset in the process.