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 | Dec 9, 2022
Preview: Fox, Mitchell both out for Friday’s Kings vs Cavs matchup

The Sacramento Kings could be without De'Aaron Fox on Friday, while the Cleveland Cavaliers could suit up without Donovan Mitchell.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 8, 2022
Kings assistant coach Jordi Fernández talks De’Aaron Fox, defense & more

Sacramento Kings assistant coach Jordi Fernández joined Cattles & Ramie to discuss De'Aaron Fox's health status & more
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 8, 2022
De’Aaron Fox (foot soreness) questionable for Friday’s game vs Cleveland

Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Dec 8, 2022
Giants ‘in the driver’s seat’ to land star shortstop Carlos Correa

Could a star shortstop be heading to the San Francisco Giants? After missing out on Aaron Judge, the Giants have their eyes on Carlos Correa.
SACRAMENTO STATE FOOTBALL | Dec 8, 2022
Report: Sacramento State’s Troy Taylor a finalist for Stanford HC Job

Sacramento State football head coach Troy Taylor has been named as a finalist for Stanford's head coaching vacancy
OAKLAND ATHLETICS | Dec 8, 2022
Jace Peterson, Athletics agree to two-year contract

The Oakland A's have reached a two-year agreement with free agent infielder/outfielder Jace Peterson, per FanSided.
OAKLAND ATHLETICS | Dec 8, 2022
A’s reach two-year agreement with infielder Aledmys Díaz

Díaz, 32, spent the past four seasons with the Houston Astros in a utility role. The A's have inked the veteran to a two-year deal.
NBA | Dec 8, 2022
What is the latest trade buzz from around the NBA?

NBA trade season is near, and Sam Amick joined Jason Ross to discuss which teams could be looking to make moves in the coming months.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 7, 2022
Giannis, Holiday snap Sacramento’s three-game winning streak

The Milwaukee Bucks used a strong fourth quarter performance to knock off the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 7, 2022
Preview: Kings hope to defeat Bucks for first time since 2016

Sacramento will hope to snap a 12-game head-to-head losing streak against the Bucks when the two teams face off on Wednesday night
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 7, 2022
Kayte Christensen on Keegan Murray: ‘He has made some strong strides’

Sacramento Kings broadcaster Kayte Christensen joined Dave to preview the team's six-game road-trip and much more
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 7, 2022
Kevin Huerter on working through shooting slump, six-game road trip & more

Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Huerter joined Carmichael Dave & JayMarzz to talk about his shooting slump, the lengthy road trip & much more
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Dec 7, 2022
Aaron Judge reaches nine-year, $360 million agreement with Yankees

The New York Yankees will be keeping their superstar as Aaron Judge has reportedly reached an agreement with the Bronx Bombers.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 5, 2022
Return of the Roar: A three-game winning streak & the return of some old friends

The Sacramento Kings are on another three-game winning streak, and the latest edition of the Return of the Roar podcast talked all about it!
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 5, 2022
Malik Monk on Golden 1 Center: ‘I didn’t know it got this loud in here.’

Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk spoke to the media following Sunday's 110-101 win over the Chicago Bulls.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 5, 2022
Will the San Francisco 49ers ‘kick the tires’ on Baker Mayfield?

The San Francisco 49ers need QB help. Is Baker Mayfield a possibility when it comes to replacing Jimmy Garoppolo?
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 4, 2022
Sabonis’ triple-double leads Sacramento to best 22-game start since 2004-05

The Sacramento Kings are off to their best 22-game start since the 2004-05 season following Sunday's win over the Bulls
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 3, 2022
Murray’s career-high helps pace Kings to blowout win over Clippers

The Sacramento Kings have enjoyed 20+ point wins in back-to-back games after securing Saturday's 123-96 win over the Clippers
SACRAMENTO STATE FOOTBALL | Dec 1, 2022
Stingers Up Podcast: The FCS Playoffs Have Arrived

The Sacramento State Hornets are set to face Richmond this Saturday as the FCS Playoffs have finally arrived.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 1, 2022
Monk on Brown’s Sixth Man campaign: ‘I ain’t going to argue with him.’

Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk met with the media following Wednesday's impressive 137-114 win over the Indiana Pacers
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 1, 2022
Kevin Huerter on Golden 1 Center: ‘There are not a lot of places like this.’

Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Huerter spoke to the media following Wednesday's blowout win over the Indiana Pacers
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 1, 2022
Is it time for the Sacramento Kings to extend Monte McNair?

The Sacramento Kings look like a true playoff contender. Is it time to give general manager Monte McNair a contract extension?
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 30, 2022
The Beam Is Back: Kings steamroll Pacers in front of sellout crowd

The Beam has returned. Sacramento used a complete effort to blowout the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 30, 2022
Tyrese Haliburton on return to Golden 1 Center: ‘I love the fans in Sacramento.’

Former Sacramento Kings guard Tyrese Haliburton spoke to the media before Wednesday's game at Golden 1 Center.