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

SACRAMENTO KINGS | May 5, 2026
How the NBA Draft Lottery changes could benefit Sacramento

Proposed NBA Draft Lottery changes could reward competitiveness. Matt George explains why the new system may benefit the Sacramento Kings.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | May 5, 2026
A’s Acquire C Jonah Heim from the Atlanta Braves for Cash Considerations

The Athletics have acquired veteran catcher Jonah Heim from the Atlanta Braves in exchange for cash considerations, the club announced.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | May 4, 2026
NBA Draft Lessons: Lottery luck doesn’t guarantee success

NBA Draft insight: Why basketball fans shouldn’t overreact to lottery results, plus key lessons from history ahead of the May 10 Draft Lottery.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | May 4, 2026
Is it time for the Giants to consider trading Logan Webb?

Carmichael Dave & Jason Ross discuss if it's time for the San Francisco Giants to consider trading Logan Webb as the team continues to struggle.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | May 3, 2026
Zach LaVine’s $49M decision: Why opting out isn’t off the table

Could Zach LaVine decline his $49M player option? Matt George & Kayla Anderson break down why free agency may offer more long-term security.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | May 3, 2026
Aaron Civale pitches Athletics past Guardians to avoid sweep

The Athletics defeated the Cleveland Guardians on Sunday afternoon at Sutter Health Park in Sacramento to avoid dropping a three-game sweep.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | May 3, 2026
Rays walk off Giants to complete sweep, hand SF 6th-straight loss

The San Francisco Giants' losing streak reached six straight games following Sunday's walk-off loss to the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | May 3, 2026
Raiders’ Fernando Mendoza to wear No. 15 with blessing from Tom Flores

Top overall draft pick Fernando Mendoza will wear jersey No. 15 with the Las Vegas Raiders, coming with the blessing of Hall of Famer Tom Flores
NFL | May 2, 2026
NFL: Miami no longer meets Super Bowl site requirements

Miami has dropped out of the Super Bowl hosting rotation because Hard Rock Stadium no longer meets the NFL’s site requirements.
SACTOWN SPORTS GIVEAWAYS | May 1, 2026
Here’s YOUR chance to WIN 49ers Tickets!

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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | May 1, 2026
Kyle Shanahan explains why the 49ers drafted RB Kaelon Black

Kaelon Black was the 49ers’ No. 2 ranked RB, per Kyle Shanahan. Here’s why San Francisco took the Indiana standout in the third round.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 30, 2026
What is the best path forward for DeMar DeRozan & Sacramento?

DeMar DeRozan’s future with the Kings is uncertain, with contract flexibility, trade value, and cap space shaping Sacramento’s options.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 30, 2026
Sam Amick breaks down major NBA Draft Lottery reform plan

NBA Draft Lottery reform could reshape the league with a new ‘3-2-1’ system designed to discourage tanking and reward competitive teams.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Apr 30, 2026
Former MLB player says A’s young core is ‘for real’

Shooty Babitt breaks down the Athletics’ young core, Carlos Cortez’s rise, and why the team’s future looks promising heading into the future.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Apr 29, 2026
Ian Rapoport sheds light on 49ers-Aiyuk saga as trade talks stall

Brandon Aiyuk’s standoff with the 49ers continues as trade talks stall, contract issues linger, and teams are waiting to see who blinks first.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 29, 2026
Why the NBA Draft Lottery wait makes no sense

Carmichael Dave & Jason Ross question the NBA Draft Lottery, asking why the NBA waits weeks after the season rather than draw right after.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Apr 29, 2026
Grant Cohn: Are the 49ers reaching too often in the Draft?

Grant Cohn questions the 49ers’ draft strategy, including the De’Zhaun Stribling pick, and whether San Francisco continues to reach too often.
NFL | Apr 29, 2026
Report: ESPN, Ian Rapoport finalizing long-term contract

ESPN is finalizing a long-term deal to retain NFL Network reporter and insider Ian Rapoport, Front Office Sports reported on Wednesday.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Apr 29, 2026
Raiders enter Fernando Mendoza era with ‘clear vision’

The Las Vegas Raiders are showing new direction after drafting Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. What's next?
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Apr 28, 2026
49ers sign RB McCormick & S McMorris To one-year deals

The San Francisco 49ers signed RB Sincere McCormick and S Patrick McMorris to one-year deals as the offseason continues to unfold.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Apr 28, 2026
SF Giants Injury Updates: Susac, Bader & more

The San Francisco Giants shared a series of injury updates on several key players who are currently working their way back to the active roster.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Apr 28, 2026
A’s Injury Updates: Muncy (hand) placed on IL

The Athletics provided a series of injury updates this week, including the placement of infielder Max Muncy (hand) on the 10-day injured list.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 28, 2026
NBA Draft Lottery shake-up? What it could mean for the Kings’ rebuild

Sactown Sports' Kings insider Brenden Nunes explains how proposed NBA Draft Lottery reform could impact the Sacramento Kings’ rebuild.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Apr 28, 2026
Is Sacramento ready for MLB expansion? Former A’s owner weighs in

Former A’s owner Lew Wolff discusses his new book Moments, memories from Oakland, and why Sacramento could be a future MLB expansion city.