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 | Oct 15, 2026
Biderman: 49ers’ Super Bowl hopes will come down to health

Chris Biderman discusses Brock Purdy’s growth, Mike Evans’ impact and the defensive line help the 49ers could seek before the trade deadline.
NBA | Oct 15, 2026
Kenny Caraway wants to see an aggressive Zach LaVine

Zach LaVine averaged 19.2 points in 39 games before a hand injury ended his season. Kenny Caraway wants him to be more aggressive this year.
NBA | Oct 15, 2026
Sam Amick on the Kings’ trade questions around Sabonis & LaVine

Sam Amick discusses the Sacramento Kings’ veteran-heavy roster & the potential trade conversations around Domantas Sabonis and Zach LaVine.
HIGH SCHOOL SHOWCASE | Oct 14, 2026
High School Showcase: Grant HC Carl Reed

Grant Union coach Carl Reed discusses the Pacers’ running game, the details he values most and their matchup with undefeated Destiny Christian.
NFL | Oct 14, 2026
Can Mike Evans put the 49ers over the top in 2026?

ESPN’s Nick Wagoner explains how Mike Evans and an unexpectedly strong defense are raising the 49ers’ ceiling after their win over Seattle.
NBA | Oct 14, 2026
Simmons or Hunter: Who should start for the Kings?

Sean Cunningham weighs in on whether Ben Simmons or De’Andre Hunter should start as the Kings manage both players’ preseason ramp-ups.
NBA | Oct 14, 2026
Cunningham: Why the Kings are taking a cautious approach to preseason

Sean Cunningham discusses the Sacramento Kings’ preseason absences, injury caution & challenge of building chemistry before the season.
NCAA | Oct 14, 2026
UC Davis turns BYE week focus to consistency, Southern Utah

UC Davis coach Tim Plough discusses the Aggies’ bye-week reset, quarterback growth and the challenges of facing Southern Utah on the road.
NBA | Oct 14, 2026
George: Sacramento’s preseason injury situation is confusing

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings’ preseason loss to Portland and questions the team’s lack of transparency surrounding player health.
NFL | Oct 14, 2026
49ers LB Dre Greenlaw’s appeal denied, will miss game vs. Commanders

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw lost his appeal on Tuesday of a one-game suspension without pay for his sideline headbutt.
NBA | Oct 13, 2026
Kings rest majority of rotation during preseason loss to Blazers

The very, very shorthanded Sacramento Kings fell to 0-4 during preseason, losing to the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday night at Golden 1 Center
NFL | Oct 13, 2026
Bonta Hill: Brock Purdy is good enough to win a Super Bowl

Bonta Hill explains why he trusts Brock Purdy in big games and how Raheem Morris’ creative defense could help the 49ers contend.
NFL | Oct 13, 2026
Silver: Brock Purdy is playing Kyle Shanahan’s ideal quarterback

Greg Silver explains why Brock Purdy fits Kyle Shanahan’s offense and how young defenders could help the 49ers make a postseason run.
NBA | Oct 13, 2026
Kings suffer another hit to C depth, lose Cardwell due to calf strain

Dylan Cardwell & Maxime Raynaud are expected to miss the start of the season, leaving the Kings counting on a healthy Domantas Sabonis
NFL | Oct 13, 2026
Barrows: Samuel to miss time, Bosa could return for Week 6

The 49ers improved to 5-0 with a resilient win over Seattle. Matt Barrows shares updates on Deebo Samuel’s injury and Nick Bosa’s potential return.
NBA | Oct 13, 2026
Turner: Kings need to find a role for Emanuel Sharp

Henry “The High Flyer” Turner joins Jason Ross to discuss Sacramento Kings preseason progress, Sharp’s defense, Darius Acuff Jr. & more
NFL | Oct 12, 2026
49ers’ Nick Bosa could return to face Commanders in Week 6

Nick Bosa has a chance to return against Washington, but Kyle Shanahan says the 49ers will evaluate the DE throughout the week.
NFL | Oct 12, 2026
Deebo Samuel to miss ‘at least a couple of weeks’ with hamstring injury

Deebo Samuel is expected to miss at least a couple of weeks with a hamstring injury, adding to the 49ers’ receiver woes after their 5-0 start.
NBA | Oct 12, 2026
Could Ben Simmons play his way into a starting spot?

Matt George says Ben Simmons looked comfortable in his Kings debut and could compete for Sacramento’s starting power forward spot.
NBA | Oct 12, 2026
Jerry Reynolds: Darius Acuff should be a big part of the offense, not all of it

Jerry Reynolds discusses the Sacramento Kings' preseason rotations, Darius Acuff’s role, De’Andre Hunter’s slow start and more thoughts.
NBA | Oct 12, 2026
Kyle Draper: Sacramento faces familiar challenges entering new season

Kyle Draper discusses what the Sacramento Kings need from their veterans and the team’s approach to developing young players.
NBA | Oct 12, 2026
Raynaud avoids serious injury, will be re-evaluated in two weeks

Maxime Raynaud suffered a right patellar subluxation against the Warriors & will be reevaluated in approximately two weeks, the Kings announced.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Oct 12, 2026
No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza ‘did a good job’ in debut

Las Vegas Raiders rookie QB Fernando Mendoza made his NFL debut during Sunday's loss in New England. Here's how the No. 1 pick did.
NFL | Oct 9, 2026
Brock Purdy embraces hostile Seattle environment ahead of 49ers-Seahawks

Brock Purdy discusses the Seahawks’ defense, his success against the blitz & the 49ers’ unfinished business heading into Sunday’s rivalry game.