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
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SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Apr 5, 2026Blue Jays acquire INF Tyler Fitzgerald from Giants
The Toronto Blue Jays acquired infielder Tyler Fitzgerald from the San Francisco Giants over the weekend for cash considerations.
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SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 4, 2026Stockton Kings punch ticket to third-straight Western Conference Finals
The reigning NBA G League champion Stockton Kings have punched their ticket to the Western Conference Finals for the third-straight year.
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SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 3, 2026Rookies shine as Kings complete comeback win over Pels
The Sacramento Kings' rookies put on a show during Friday night's comeback win over the New Orleans Pelicans at Golden 1 Center.
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SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 3, 2026Jerry Reynolds: Kings need to prioritize talent over fit in the NBA Draft
Sacramento Kings legend Jerry Reynolds joined The Drive Guys to discuss what the team's priority should be for the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft.
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SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 3, 2026Have the Kings found their latest two-way success story?
The Sacramento Kings have had a knack for finding talent on two-way contracts. Do they have another player on the roster that fits that bill?
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SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 3, 2026Is Precious Achiuwa becoming an offseason priority for Sacramento?
Sacramento Kings PF Precious Achiuwa has been impressive this season. Should re-signing Achiuwa be a priority for Sacramento this summer?
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Apr 2, 202649ers leave owners meetings with optimism & key questions ahead
ESPN's Nick Wagoner joined Matt & Kayla to share his thoughts and intel on where things stand with the San Francisco 49ers this offseason.
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NBA | Apr 2, 2026Sam Amick on the NBA MVP race: SGA vs. Wemby?
The Athletic's Sam Amick joined Carmichael Dave and Jason Ross to share his thoughts on the NBA MVP race as the regular season winds down.
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LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Apr 2, 2026Raiders strike deal with veteran QB Kirk Cousins
Veteran QB Kirk Cousins agreed to a contract with the Las Vegas Raiders, his agent confirmed. Cousins will sign a one-year guaranteed deal.
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SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 2, 2026Stockton Kings advance in NBA G League Playoffs, will host West semifinals
The Stockton Kings will continue on their path to defend its NBA G League title after defeating the Iowa Wolves in Round 1. Onto the semifinals.
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SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 1, 2026Kayte Christensen on veteran leadership & young Kings getting big opportunities
NBC Sports California's Kayte Christensen joined Jason Ross to share her thoughts on how Sacramento Kings veterans have helped the rookies.
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ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Apr 1, 2026A’s star Brent Rooker on embracing Year 2 in Sacramento
Athletics star designated hitter Brent Rooker joined The Carmichael Dave Show with Jason Ross to discuss Year 2 for A's baseball in Sacramento.
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NFL | Apr 1, 2026NFL adopts replay rule for potential replacement referees
The NFL may alter its replay procedure for one year “to correct clear and obvious” mistakes made by replacement referees during games.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Mar 31, 2026Did the 49ers overpay for free agents this offseason?
The San Francisco 49ers made a flurry of moves in free agency this offseason, but were any of those transactions overpays? RotoWire weighs in.
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SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 31, 2026Was the De’Aaron Fox trade so bad it helped the Sacramento Kings?
Was the De'Aaron Fox trade so bad that it actually helped the Sacramento Kings? The Drive Guys discuss the possibility as the season winds down
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SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 31, 2026M&K: Why Doug Christie should return as head coach in 2026-27
Sactown Sports' The Matt & Kayla Show discuss the future of Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie as the regular season winds down.
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NFL | Mar 31, 2026Las Vegas to host Super Bowl LXIII in February 2029
Allegiant Stadium, just off the Las Vegas Strip, will host its second Super Bowl in a six-season span following the 2028 NFL campaign.
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NFL | Mar 30, 202649ers ‘in no rush’ to remove WR Brandon Aiyuk from roster
The San Francisco 49ers and WR Brandon Aiyuk are likely heading towards a split, but head coach Kyle Shanahan says nothing is imminent.
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SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Mar 30, 2026SF Giants trade OF Luis Matos in flurry of roster moves
The San Francisco Giants made a series of moves this week, including the trade of former top prospect Luis Matos to the Milwaukee Brewers.
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Mar 30, 202649ers Announce Changes To Coaching Staff
The San Francisco 49ers have announced a series of changes to its coaching staff for the upcoming 2026 season, including a new D-Coordinator.
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SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 29, 2026Jerry Reynolds is High on Darius Acuff Jr.’s NBA Potential
Sacramento Kings legend Jerry Reynolds joined The Drive Guys to discuss why Arkansas PG Darius Acuff Jr. is a player to watch in the NBA Draft.
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SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 29, 20263rd-seed Stockton Kings set for NBA G League Playoffs
The reigning NBA G League champion Stockton Kings are set to defend its title when they begin the playoffs this week vs. the Iowa Wolves.
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LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Mar 29, 2026Barret Robbins, ex-Raider who went missing before Super Bowl, dies
Former Oakland Raiders center Barret Robbins, who was best known for disappearing the day before Super Bowl XXXVII, has died. He was 52.
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ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Mar 29, 2026Blue Jays hit three HRs to finish three-game sweep of A’s
The Athletics suffered a three-game sweep at the hands of the Toronto Blue Jays during Opening Weekend as they seek their first win of 2026.