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 | Jul 6, 2020
LISTEN: Carmichael Dave Interviews Kings Head Coach Luke Walton

Listen to Dave and Luke talk about the restart of the season, the closing of the practice facility and much more
MLB | Jul 6, 2020
Athletics Unable To Begin Summer Workouts Due To Testing Delay

Oakland joins several other teams that are still awaiting results from COVID-19 testing
NBA | Jul 6, 2020
Sacramento Kings Shutdown Practice Facility Due To COVID-19 Test Results

The team will not reopen the facility prior to their departure for Orlando on Wednesday
NBA | Jul 1, 2020
Kings News: Bagley Ready To Play; Three Players ‘Doing Well’ In Recovery From COVID-19

As of July 1st, all members of the Sacramento Kings are expected to participate in the season restart later this month
SACRAMENTO REPUBLIC FC | Jul 1, 2020
Republic FC Sign Rafael Jauregui to USL Academy Contract

15-Year Old Academy Standout to Join First Team
MLB | Jun 29, 2020
On This Date: Byrnes Hits For The Cycle Against Giants

17 years ago today, Eric Byrnes had himself a day at the plate as he hit for the cycle in an Athletics win
NBA | Jun 26, 2020
NBA Releases Schedule For 2019-20 Season Restart

Sacramento will be back in action on July 31st in Orlando against the San Antonio Spurs
MLB | Jun 26, 2020
On This Date: Griffin Tosses Complete Game Shutout Against Reds

The right-hander was dealing on this date in 2013, striking out seven batters over nine innings in a 5-0 win for Oakland
MLB | Jun 25, 2020
On This Date: Lowrie’s Clutch Ninth Inning Blast Leads A’s Over Tigers

Two years ago today, Jed Lowrie saved the day for the Oakland Athletics
NBA | Jun 25, 2020
Farewell, VC: After An Illustrious Career, Vince Carter Retires

The eight-time All-Star played in 22 seasons--the most in NBA history--for eight teams
NBA | Jun 25, 2020
Buddy Hield, Alex Len And Jabari Parker Test Positive For COVID-19

All three players will reportedly aim to be cleared by the season's resumption next month
NEWS | Jun 24, 2020
Epidemiologist Zach Binney Joins The Doug Christie Show To Discuss The Return Of Sports

Binney joined the show to discuss how sports can return in a manner that is safe for all players and personnel
NBA | Jun 23, 2020
Sacramento Kings To Sign Corey Brewer For Remainder Of Season

Brewer played in 24 games for Sacramento during the 2018-19 season
MLB | Jun 23, 2020
MLB Reportedly Implements 60 Game Season For 2020

The Players Association has been asked if they can report to Spring Training by July 1st and sign off on health and safety protocols
NBA | Jun 22, 2020
Free Agency Possibilities For The Sacramento Kings

With the season restart approaching, Sacramento has one open roster spot to fill for their postseason push
FOOTBALL | Jun 19, 2020
Two-Time SEC Coach Of The Year Bill Curry Joins The Doug Christie Show

The former head coach joined the show to talk football, leadership and much more
MLB | Jun 18, 2020
On This Date: Explosive Sixth Inning Leads Athletics To Blowout Win Over O’s

One year ago today, Oakland poured 16 runs on Baltimore in a blowout at the Coliseum
NBA | Jun 17, 2020
NBA Releases Information And Protocols For Orlando ‘Bubble’ Site

The league issued a 100-page safety plan to the 22 teams that will be traveling to the Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort
MLB | Jun 16, 2020
June 16, 2017: Chapman’s First Career Hit Propels A’s Past Yankees

Three years ago today, rookie infielder Matt Chapman delivered a late go-ahead single to lead the A's to a 7-6 win over New York
MLB | Jun 15, 2020
LISTEN: Royals Broadcaster Rex Hudler’s Interview On The Doug Christie Show

Kansas City Royals broadcaster Rex Hudler joined The Doug Christie Show with Jason Ross last week to talk baseball and more!
MLB | Jun 15, 2020
On This Date: Davis’ Walk-Off Single Lifts A’s Over Yankees In Thriller

Three years ago today, the New York Yankees and Oakland Athletics had a back-and-forth affair that ended with a walk-off win for the A's
MLB | Jun 12, 2020
On This Date: Moss Hits Two Home Runs In Win Over Yankees

Seven years ago today, Brandon Moss hit two home runs to lead the Athletics past New York at the Coliseum
NBA | Jun 11, 2020
Sacramento Kings Respond To ESPN Giving Team ‘0% Chance’ Of Making Playoffs

De'Aaron Fox, Richaun Holmes and Harry Giles shared their thoughts on Sacramento's omission from ESPN's playoff predictions
MLB | Jun 10, 2020
On This Date: Chapman’s Eighth Inning Blast Lifts A’s Over Kansas City

Two years ago today, Matt Chapman delivered a go-ahead solo home run in the bottom of the eighth inning to lead the Athletics to victory