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

NBA | Mar 16, 2026
Expansion plans in Seattle, Vegas reportedly on NBA docket this month

NBA expansion plans are on the league agenda this month with discussions centering on valuations for franchises in Seattle and Las Vegas.
NBA | Mar 15, 2026
NBA Draft Lottery Standings: Kings win, but fall further from No. 1

The Sacramento Kings are winning games, but is that hurtful for their spot on the NBA Draft Lottery standings? Let's take a look at where they stand.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Mar 15, 2026
Athletics continue roster cuts as Opening Day nears

As the 2026 season inches closer and Opening Day moves within two weeks away, the Athletics made a series of roster moves.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Mar 15, 2026
SF Giants Injury Updates: Birdsong, Harber and More

With Opening Day less than two weeks away, the San Francisco Giants provided injury updates on several players, including Hayden Birdsong.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 15, 2026
Sacramento Kings sign Killian Hayes to two-year deal

The Sacramento Kings will sign former seventh-overall draft pick Killian Hayes to a two-year deal, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 13, 2026
NBA Draft analyst believes Kings would draft AJ Dybantsa No. 1

NBA Draft analyst Nathan Grubel joined The Drive Guys to share his prediction on who the Sacramento Kings would pick if they get the 1st pick.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Mar 12, 2026
Why the 49ers were the ‘number one spot’ for Mike Evans

Star wide receiver Mike Evans shared his excitement towards joining the San Francisco 49ers during his introductory press conference.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 12, 2026
DeMar DeRozan on the importance of perspective amid a tough season

Sacramento Kings guard-forward DeMar DeRozan spoke to the media about how his love of basketball has gotten him through a rough season.
NBA | Mar 12, 2026
Why Sam Amick had an issue with Bam Adebayo’s 83-point game

The Athletic's Sam Amick joined Carmichael Dave and Jason Ross to lay out why he feels Bam Adebayo's 83-point game felt "shameless."
MLB | Mar 11, 2026
MLB Expansion: Former executive outlines what Sacramento must prove

Former Miami Marlins president David Samson joined The Drive Guys to lay out Sacramento's chances of securing an MLB expansion team.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 11, 2026
DeRozan scores season-high, but Kings fall to Hornets

DeMar DeRozan scored a season high, but it wasn't enough for the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday as they fell to the Charlotte Hornets at G1C.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Mar 11, 2026
Cowboys trade Osa Odighizuwa to 49ers

The Dallas Cowboys sent defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa west to join the San Francisco 49ers, according to multiple reports.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 11, 2026
What could Devin Carter’s role be moving forward?

Sacramento Kings TV analyst Kayte Christensen joined Carmichael Dave and Jason Ross to discuss the play of second-year guard Devin Carter.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Mar 11, 2026
Report: Maxx Crosby at Raiders’ facility, sides mending fences

Signs point to the Las Vegas Raiders welcoming Maxx Crosby back into the fold as a result of the rejection of a trade with the Baltimore Ravens.
NFL | Mar 11, 2026
Report: NFL explores adding game on Thanksgiving Eve

The NFL is considering adding a Thanksgiving Eve game to the schedule as early as the 2026 season, ESPN reported Wednesday.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Mar 10, 2026
49ers Land Mike Evans—But Is the Window Already Closing?

The San Francisco 49ers made a splash by signing WR Mike Evans to a three-year deal, but are there growing concerns about the aging roster?
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 10, 2026
Devin Carter’s career night leads Kings to comeback win over Pacers

Second-year guard Devin Carter erupted for 22 points in the fourth quarter of Tuesday's game as the Sacramento Kings defeated Indiana.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Mar 10, 2026
Raiders: Ravens ‘backed out’ of trade for star DE Maxx Crosby

The Ravens have backed out of a deal that would sent Raiders' star defensive end Maxx Crosby to Baltimore in return for two 1st round picks.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Mar 10, 2026
Could 2026 be the final year of A’s baseball in Sacramento?

Could the 2026 MLB season be the final year of A's baseball in Sacramento? Carmichael Dave and Jason Ross discuss the upcoming strike.
NFL | Mar 10, 2026
Recapping a busy start to Raiders’ free agency

Las Vegas Raiders free agency got off to a strong start as the silver and black signed multiple players to deals for 2026 and beyond.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Mar 10, 2026
Jets reportedly reacquire QB Geno Smith in trade with Raiders

Geno Smith is heading back to the New York Jets following a trade that will end the QB's time with the Las Vegas Raiders, per Adam Schefter.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 9, 2026
Raynaud on Westbrook: ‘A great human being’

Sacramento Kings rookie center Maxime Raynaud says he has nothing but good things to say about veteran teammate Russell Westbrook.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Mar 9, 2026
Reports: Raiders to sign C Tyler Linderbaum to massive $81M deal

Free agent center Tyler Linderbaum is heading to Vegas to cash in after negotiations to remain in Baltimore with the Ravens broke down.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Mar 9, 2026
A’s trim roster as Spring Training winds down

With just over two weeks remaining until Spring Training comes to a close, the Athletics have announced a series of roster moves.