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

NFL | Aug 11, 2023
Is the NFC West the San Francisco 49ers’ to lose?

Former NFL linebacker and current ESPN analyst Kirk Morrison isn't so sure that the NFC West is the San Francisco 49ers' to lose this season.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Aug 10, 2023
Who has impressed during San Francisco 49ers training camp?

Guy Haberman joined Whitey & Watkins to share his observations from San Francisco 49ers training camp and much more.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Aug 10, 2023
Shohei Ohtani shuts down SF Giants offense, makes MLB history

Shohei Ohtani became the first MLB player to hit 40 home runs and win ten games as a pitcher after shutting the SF Giants down on Wednesday.
NBA | Aug 10, 2023
Pacific Division Roundup: Golden State Warriors

Have the Golden State Warriors done enough to pass the Sacramento Kings in the standings this season? Let's take a look.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Aug 10, 2023
SF Giants place AJ Pollock on IL, recall Heliot Ramos from AAA

The San Francisco Giants have placed AJ Pollock (oblique) on the IL and recalled rookie outfielder Heliot Ramos from AAA Sacramento.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Aug 10, 2023
Laura Britt on the San Francisco Giants’ chemistry

NBC Sports broadcaster Laura Britt joined the show to discuss the San Francisco Giants' chemistry, especially between veterans and rookies.
NBA | Aug 9, 2023
Pacific Division Roundup: Los Angeles Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers finished last in the Pacific Division last season but still made the Western Conference Finals. What's next for LA?
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Aug 9, 2023
NBA writer says the Kings’ decision to extend Domantas Sabonis was smart

Fox Sports' NBA writer Yaron Weitzman says that the Sacramento Kings made a smart move by signing Domantas Sabonis to a longterm extension.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Aug 9, 2023
Ohtani, Angels to aim for series win vs. SF Giants on Wednesday

After falling short to the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday, the San Francisco Giants will face Shohei Ohtani in Wednesday's series finale.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Aug 9, 2023
Sacramento Kings sign Neemias Queta to standard contract

The Sacramento Kings announced on Tuesday that they have signed center Neemias Queta to a standard contract for the 2023-24 season.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Aug 8, 2023
Klay Thompson compares G1C atmosphere to 2016 NBA Finals

Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson had plenty of positive things to say about Golden 1 Center's NBA Playoff atmosphere.
MLB | Aug 8, 2023
Why did the Baltimore Orioles suspend broadcaster Kevin Brown?

Jim Kozimor joined Whitey & Watkins to discuss the Baltimore Orioles' decision to suspend broadcaster Kevin Brown.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Aug 8, 2023
PG-13, Klay say Keegan Murray is one of the NBA’s top shooters

Is Keegan Murray already one of the best three-point shooters in the NBA? Paul George and Klay Thompson think so.
MLB | Aug 7, 2023
Former A’s outfielder Ramon Laureano to join Cleveland Guardians

Following his release from Oakland, outfielder Ramon Laureano has reportedly been claimed off waivers by the Cleveland Guardians.
MLB | Aug 7, 2023
Oakland Athletics sweep Giants, claim Bay Bridge Series trophy

The Oakland Athletics took home the Bay Bridge Series trophy after sweeping the San Francisco Giants over the weekend.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Aug 7, 2023
San Francisco Giants look to bounce back against sliding Angels

The San Francisco Giants will look to get back on track against a sliding Los Angeles Angels team that has lost seven straight games.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Aug 7, 2023
Top Giants prospect Kyle Harrison makes his return to the mound

San Francisco Giants top prospect Kyle Harrison returned to the mound during the Sacramento River Cats' weekend series vs. Reno.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Aug 7, 2023
Former Kings forward Harry Giles to work out for NBA teams

Former Sacramento Kings forward Harry Giles is working out for NBA teams in hopes of making his return to the floor this fall.
MLB | Aug 5, 2023
Unite The Bay Part II: Athletics, Giants fans join forces once again

For the second time in as many weeks, Oakland Athletics fans and San Francisco Giants fans joined forces for "Sell the team" chants.
MLB | Aug 4, 2023
Athletics, SF Giants set for Bay Bridge Series

NBC Sports' Bip Roberts joined the afternoon show to preview this weekend's Bay Bridge Series action between the A's and Giants.
FOOTBALL | Aug 4, 2023
College Football musical chairs: Is the Pac-12 dead?

Has college football changed forever? CBS Sports' David Cobb joined JJ and FP to talk about the latest developments from the Pac-12.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Aug 4, 2023
Where do things stand in the San Francisco 49ers QB battle?

Steve Wyche, reporter for NFL Network, joined Whitey & Watkins on Friday to talk about the San Francisco 49ers' quarterback battle and more.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Aug 4, 2023
Jerry Reynolds shares his Sacramento Kings nickname ideas

Former Sacramento Kings GM, head coach, and broadcaster Jerry Reynolds shared some nickname ideas with Whitey & Watkins.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Aug 4, 2023
Will Brock Purdy play in 49ers preseason games?

San Francisco 49ers beat writer Jennifer Lee Chan joined Carmichael Dave & JayMarzz to discuss if Brock Purdy should play in preseason.