Lead Editor & Kings Beat Writer

Frankie Cartoscelli

Author Name: Franklin Cartoscelli Bio: Franklin 'Frankie' Cartoscelli is Sactown Sports 1140's Lead Editor, Sacramento Kings beat writer and co-host of the Return of the Roar podcast. Professional Background: Worked in professional sports since 2017, including stops with the Sacramento Kings and Sacramento Republic FC. Career Milestones: Covering Kings basketball, Major League Baseball, NBA Summer League, NBA All-Star Games, and the NBA Playoffs. Areas of Expertise: On-air contributions, long and short-form stories for the website, reporting stories and breaking news, running social media for Sactown Sports 1140. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franklin-cartoscelli-175063158 Twitter/X: @FCartoscelli3

SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Mar 29, 2024
SF Giants pitcher Luke Jackson to have MRI on back

San Francisco Giants reliever Luke Jackson will have an MRI on his injured back after the right-hander departed Thursday's Opening Day.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 29, 2024
Kings look to secure tiebreaker, pull even with Mavericks in West

The Sacramento Kings will look to avenge their loss to the Dallas Mavericks with a rematch at Golden 1 Center on Friday night.
MLB | Mar 28, 2024
Inside of what could be the Athletics’ final Opening Day in Oakland

Fans poured into the Coliseum lot on Thursday for what could be the Athletics' final Opening Day at the Coliseum after 56 memorable seasons.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 26, 2024
Luka, Mavericks dominate Kings to climb West standings

Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks secured a crucial win on Tuesday to leapfrog the Sacramento Kings in the Western Conference standings.
NBA | Mar 26, 2024
Domantas Sabonis on fan reaction to record: ‘It’s why I love playing here.’

Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis spoke about how much his double-double record means to him, his family & more.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 26, 2024
Preview: Kings, Mavericks to square off with playoff implications

The Sacramento Kings and Dallas Mavericks will clash on Tuesday night with playoff positioning on the line.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 25, 2024
Sabonis makes history as Kings coast past 76ers

Domantas Sabonis set a new double-double streak record as the Sacramento Kings bested the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Mar 25, 2024
Pablo Sandoval contemplates future as Giants end Spring Training

San Francisco Giants legend Pablo Sandoval could be closing a massive chapter of his career on Tuesday at Oracle Park.
MLB | Mar 25, 2024
Logan Webb says he’s turning Giants teammates into Kings fans

Rocklin native and avid Sacramento Kings fan Logan Webb says he's started to recruit his teammates to support the 'Beam Team.'
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 25, 2024
Preview: Kings begin crucial homestand with matchup vs. 76ers

The Sacramento Kings will begin a pivotal week of action at Golden 1 Center with a matchup against the Joel Embiid-less Philadelphia 76ers.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Mar 24, 2024
Sights & Scenes from SF Giants vs. River Cats in Sacramento

Fans packed into Sutter Health Park in Sacramento on Sunday to watch the San Francisco Giants battle the River Cats.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 23, 2024
Murray, Kings bounce back with gritty win over Magic

The Sacramento Kings bounced back from a rough loss to the Wizards with an impressive win over the Orlando Magic on Saturday.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 21, 2024
Kings go cold from deep in costly loss to Wizards

The Sacramento Kings suffered its latest embarrassing loss on Thursday, this time to the NBA-worst Washington Wizards.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 21, 2024
Preview: Kings aim for third-straight win vs. NBA-worst Wizards

The Sacramento Kings will look to secure a third-straight win on Thursday when they complete a back-to-back against the Washington Wizards.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 21, 2024
Amick: ‘There are teams out there’ for Malik Monk in free agency

The Athletic's Sam Amick joined Dave & Jason to discuss Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk's upcoming free agency and much more.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 20, 2024
Sabonis extends double-double streak as Kings dominate Raptors

The Sacramento Kings picked up its 40th win of the season in blowout fashion during Wednesday’s comfortable win over the Toronto Raptors.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 20, 2024
Kayte Christensen on what Keon Ellis brings to the Kings’ lineup

NBC Sports' Kayte Christensen joined Dave & Jason to talk all things Sacramento Kings, including the emergence of guard Keon Ellis & more.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 20, 2024
Preview: Kings seek 40th win against depleted Raptors

The Sacramento Kings hope to secure its 40th win of the season against a shorthanded Toronto Raptors team on Wednesday night.
NBA | Mar 19, 2024
Kevin Huerter suffers left shoulder dislocation, OUT vs. Toronto

Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Huerter is listed as OUT for Wednesday's game against the Toronto Raptors due to a left shoulder dislocation.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 19, 2024
Keon Ellis establishes new franchise mark for Kings guards

Sacramento Kings guard Keon Ellis established a Sacramento era (1985-present) record for a stat that will certainly raise some eyebrows.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Mar 19, 2024
How the SF Giants’ roster looks with Blake Snell in the fold

Now that the San Francisco Giants have added reigning Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell to its roster, here's how things look for 2024.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 18, 2024
Malik Monk erupts in OT as Kings hold off Grizzlies

Malik Monk scored 12 points in overtime to help the Sacramento Kings defeat the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday night.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Mar 18, 2024
SF Giants reach two-year, $62 million deal with Blake Snell

The San Francisco Giants have reached a two-year, $62 million deal with reigning Cy Young award winner Blake Snell.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Mar 18, 2024
SF Giants and PA announcer Renel Brooks-Moon part ways

The San Francisco Giants and Oracle Park public address announcer Renel Brooks-Moon have parted ways following 24 seasons.