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 | 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.
NFL | Apr 28, 2026
Steelers place rare contract tender on Aaron Rodgers

The franchise placed a rare right-of-first-refusal tender on unrestricted free-agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers, ESPN reported on Tuesday morning.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Apr 28, 2026
ESPN’s Nick Wagoner breaks down 49ers’ controversial Draft decisions

Nick Wagoner breaks down the 49ers’ polarizing 2026 NFL Draft, explaining their strategy, key decisions, and why fans are questioning the process.
NFL | Apr 27, 2026
Arch Manning favorite to be top pick in ’27 NFL draft

Texas quarterback Arch Manning has opened as the favorite to be the No. 1 pick in the next NFL draft for the second consecutive year.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Apr 27, 2026
Giants look to extend winning streak against sliding Phillies

The San Francisco Giants will look to extend a two-game winning streak on Tuesday night when they face the struggling Philadelphia Phillies.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Apr 27, 2026
A’s return home to begin series vs. Witt, Royals

Brent Rooker's Athletics and Kansas City Royals will begin a three-game series on Tuesday night at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Apr 26, 2026
George Kittle Optimistic About Achilles Recovery, Eyes Early 2026 Return

George Kittle says he’s ahead of schedule in his Achilles rehab after surgery, with the 49ers hopeful he could return early in the 2026 season.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Apr 26, 2026
John Lynch Defends 49ers Draft Strategy, Looks Ahead to Future Picks

General manager John Lynch & Kyle Shanahan explain the 49ers draft strategy, future pick planning, & why internal consensus drive their process.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 26, 2026
Jerry Reynolds: What’s more important for the Kings–winning or culture?

As the Sacramento Kings prepare for the draft, Jerry Reynolds stresses accountability and the importance of results after a 22-win season.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Apr 26, 2026
49ers’ De’Zhaun Stribling ‘Excited to Work’ With New Team

New 49ers WR De’Zhaun Stribling reflects on his Day 2 draft selection, his fit in Kyle Shanahan’s offense, & what he brings to San Francisco.
NFL | Apr 26, 2026
2026 NFL Draft Grades: How did the 49ers & Raiders fare?

With the 2026 NFL Draft in the books, we’re ready to check the work of all 32 teams. Here are Field Level Media's 2026 NFL Draft grades.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Apr 26, 2026
49ers Trade LB Dee Winters to Dallas Cowboys

The San Francisco 49ers traded linebacker Dee Winters to the Dallas Cowboys as part of their busy 2026 NFL Draft weekend.
NBA | Apr 24, 2026
Dybantsa, Peterson declare for 2026 NBA Draft

AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson, the projected top-two picks in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft, have officially declared they will enter the draft.