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 49ERS | Oct 13, 2023
Greg Papa says the San Francisco 49ers are ‘perfectly balanced’

Greg Papa, radio voice of the San Francisco 49ers, joined Jason Ross to recap the impressive win over Dallas & look ahead to Cleveland.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Oct 13, 2023
Former SF Giants managers Bochy, Baker set to clash in ALCS

Former San Francisco Giants managers Bruce Bochy and Dusty Baker will go head-to-head in this year's ALCS.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 12, 2023
Sacramento Kings waive Chance Comanche & Deonte Burton

The Sacramento Kings have waived center Chance Comanche and forward Deonte Burton to trim its roster to 18 players.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Oct 12, 2023
Here are the SF Giants projected arbitration salaries for 2024

The San Francisco Giants have six players in line for raises in arbitration. Here's how much they could make in 2024.
NBA | Oct 12, 2023
Sam Amick shares updates on James Harden’s trade request

The Athletic's Sam Amick joined Jason Ross and Bobby Gerould to share the latest updates on the James Harden trade saga.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Oct 12, 2023
SF Giants outfielder Austin Slater undergoes elbow surgery

San Francisco Giants outfielder Austin Slater is expected to be out of baseball activities for four months after undergoing elbow surgery.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 11, 2023
Fox, Sabonis look strong as Kings drop exhibition to Lakers

De'Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis looked to be in regular season form during the Sacramento Kings' preseason matchup against the Lakers.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 11, 2023
De’Aaron Fox, Domantas Sabonis crack top-25 in ESPN’s NBArank

Sacramento Kings All-Star duo De'Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis have been named as top-25 players by ESPN's NBArank.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 11, 2023
Kings seek adjustments in second preseason game vs. Lakers

The Sacramento Kings will continue its preseason slate on Wednesday night when they face the Los Angeles Lakers in Anaheim.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 10, 2023
Mike Brown on where Sasha Vezenkov stands in the Kings’ rotation

Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown spoke to the media on Tuesday about where rookie forward Sasha Vezenkov fits into the rotation.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 10, 2023
Report: Former Kings big Nemanja Bjelica to retire from basketball

According to Sportando, Nemanja Bjelica is retiring from basketball due to injuries. Bjelica spent three seasons with the Sacramento Kings.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 10, 2023
Former NFL QB says there is a ‘big gap’ between 49ers & Cowboys

Former NFL quarterback Sean Salisbury joined Jason Ross to recap the San Francisco 49ers' impressive win over the Dallas Cowboys.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 8, 2023
Vezenkov shines, but Kings open preseason with loss to Raptors

Sasha Vezenkov and the Sacramento Kings opened up their preseason with a loss in Vancouver against the Toronto Raptors on Sunday.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 7, 2023
Kings basketball returns as Sacramento faces Raptors in tune-up game

Sacramento Kings basketball returns on Sunday night as The Beam Team will meet the Toronto Raptors in Vancouver for a preseason showdown.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Oct 5, 2023
Which San Francisco Giants players are entering free agency?

With the San Francisco Giants entering another early offseason, here are the players who will be entering free agency next month.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 5, 2023
De’Aaron Fox on the Kings’ ‘extremely competitive’ training camp

Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox met with the media following Wednesday’s training camp session at Golden 1 Center.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 5, 2023
Harrison Barnes on how the newest Kings have fit in thus far

Sacramento Kings forward Harrison Barnes spoke to the media following Wednesday’s practice session at Golden 1 Center.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 4, 2023
JaVale McGee says he can bring energy, winning experience to Kings

Sacramento Kings center JaVale McGee spoke to the local media for the first time since being signed as a free agent.
NBA | Oct 4, 2023
Keegan Murray says he feels more comfortable heading into Year 2

Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray says he feels much more comfortable heading into his sophomore NBA season.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 4, 2023
Sean Salisbury thinks the Raiders should not fire Josh McDaniels

Should the Las Vegas Raiders fire head coach Josh McDaniels following the team's disappointing start? Sean Salisbury doesn't think so.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 3, 2023
Mike Brown on JaVale McGee’s early impact in training camp

Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown met with the media following Tuesday's training camp session at Golden 1 Center.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 3, 2023
Harrison Barnes says he feels ‘honored’ to be back with the Kings

Sacramento Kings forward Harrison Barnes spoke to the media for the first time since signing a three-year contract to return to the 916.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 3, 2023
Sacramento Kings Media Day Notes: Vezenkov, Defense & More

Frankie Cartoscelli and Brenden Nunes shared their takeaways from Monday's Sacramento Kings Media Day festivities.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 3, 2023
Trey Lyles says being back with the Kings ‘feels like home.’

After signing a two-year contract during the offseason, Trey Lyles says he feels right at home with the Sacramento Kings.