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 | Jun 8, 2023
Return of the Roar: Reflecting on the Kings’ return to the Playoffs

The Return of the Roar is back! Chris and Frankie sat down to talk about the Sacramento Kings' return to the NBA Playoffs & much more.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jun 8, 2023
NBA Draft Player Profile: Maxwell Lewis

Should the Sacramento Kings use its 24th pick in June 22nd's NBA Draft on versatile wing Maxwell Lewis? Let's take a look.
NBA | Jun 8, 2023
Sam Amick on the NBA Finals, Chris Paul’s future & more

The Athletic's Sam Amick joined Jason Ross and JayMarzz to dive into all of the latest storylines from around the NBA.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jun 8, 2023
Is this NBA Draft deep enough for the Kings to find a gem at 24th?

Can the Sacramento Kings find a steal at 24th in the NBA Draft? Rafael Barlowe joined Cattles & Ramie to break down prospects.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jun 7, 2023
NBA Draft Player Profile: Emoni Bates

Should the Sacramento Kings take a hard look at scoring wing Emoni Bates when they are on the clock during the second round of the NBA Draft?
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jun 7, 2023
Kenny Thomas thinks that Dwight Howard would be a good fit for the Kings

Former NBA forward Kenny Thomas joined Dave & Jason to discuss Dwight Howard's recent comments about joining the Sacramento Kings.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jun 7, 2023
Reloaded Giants mash 14 hits in win over Rockies

The San Francisco Giants tied a franchise record with eight doubles during Tuesday's 10-4 win over the Colorado Rockies.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jun 6, 2023
Giants activate Thairo Estrada & Joc Pederson from injured list

The San Francisco Giants activated infielder Thairo Estrada and designated hitter Joc Pederson from the injured list on Tuesday.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jun 6, 2023
NBA Draft Player Profile: Brice Sensabaugh

Ohio State forward Brice Sensabaugh looks like the type of wing that the Sacramento Kings will have its eye on during the NBA Draft.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jun 6, 2023
NBA Draft Player Profile: Dariq Whitehead

Following an injury-plagued season at Duke, would Dariq Whitehead be a good selection for the Sacramento Kings' 24th pick in the NBA Draft?
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jun 5, 2023
NBA supports Victor Wembanyama making his Summer League debut in Sacramento

The NBA is supportive of the possibility that Victor Wembanyama makes his Summer League debut in Sacramento during the California Classic.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jun 5, 2023
Sasha Vezenkov scores 20 points in Game 1 of Greek Basket League Finals

Sacramento Kings prospect Sasha Vezenkov scored 20 points in Game 1 of the Greek Basket League Finals on Sunday afternoon.
MLB | Jun 5, 2023
Zaidi: Giants to be ‘aggressive’ at trade deadline

According to San Francisco Giants' president Farhan Zaidi, expect the team to be aggressive during August 1st's MLB trade deadline.
NBA | Jun 5, 2023
Did Nikola Jokic’s lack of playmaking affect Denver in Game 2?

Denver Sports' Jake Shapiro joined Dave Show with Jason to break down Game 2 of the NBA Finals, discuss Nikola Jokic's play & more.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jun 2, 2023
Luke Jackson makes long-awaited return to the mound following TJ surgery

After missing all of 2022 due to Tommy John surgery, San Francisco Giants pitcher Luke Jackson made his return on Wednesday.
MLB | Jun 2, 2023
MLB to honor Lou Gehrig, ALS community on June 2nd

Major League Baseball will honor Lou Gehrig and the ALS community during June 2nd's slate of games around the league.
MLB | Jun 2, 2023
Giants hoping for bounce-back series against Orioles

The San Francisco Giants will host the up-and-coming Baltimore Orioles for a three-game set at Oracle Park that begins Friday night.
NBA | Jun 1, 2023
Sean Cunningham shares an injury update on Domantas Sabonis

Fox 40's Sean Cunningham joined Chris Watkins and Whitey Gleason to share an injury update on Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis' hand.
MLB | Jun 1, 2023
Giants prospect Luis Matos continues to rack up hits in AAA

Since being promoted, San Francisco Giants prospect Luis Matos has been a force for the team's AAA affiliate in Sacramento.
MLB | Jun 1, 2023
Vote your favorite Giants & A’s into the MLB All-Star Game!

You can send your favorite San Francisco Giants and Oakland A's to July 11th's MLB All-Star Game in Seattle!
NBA | Jun 1, 2023
Sam Amick thinks the Heat have a chance at upsetting Denver in the NBA Finals

The Athletic's Sam Amick joined Carmichael Dave & Jason Ross to preview the NBA Finals between the Miami Heat and Denver Nuggets.
MLB | May 31, 2023
Melissa Lockard shares the latest on the A’s-Las Vegas deal

Melissa Lockard joined Cattles & Ramie to share the latest news on the Oakland A's stadium deal in Las Vegas, Nevada.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | May 31, 2023
California Classic to take place July 3rd & 5th at Golden 1 Center

NBA Summer League is returning to Sacramento as the Kings will host the 2023 California Classic on July 3rd & 5th.
NBA | May 31, 2023
Kenny Thomas gives his prediction for the Heat vs. Nuggets NBA Finals

Former Sacramento Kings forward and current NBC Sports analyst Kenny Thomas joined Dave & Jason to share his NBA Finals prediction & more.