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

SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 27, 2026
The Kings have set another franchise record (not the good kind)

The Sacramento Kings have set a few franchise records during the 2025-26 season, but they aren't the kind of records you strive to accomplish.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 27, 2026
Should the Kings & Russell Westbrook part ways?

Is it time for the Sacramento Kings & Russell Westbrook to part ways? Carmichael Dave & Jason Ross gave their takes as the season winds down.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Feb 26, 2026
Report: A’s offer 1B Nick Kurtz long-term extension

The Athletics have offered first baseman Nick Kurtz, the reigning American League Rookie of the Year, a contract extension, according to reports.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 26, 2026
George: It’s time for the Kings to shut down Keegan Murray

Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray suffered another ankle injury in Houston. Is it time to shut him down for the rest of the season?
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 26, 2026
Sam Amick on the Toll of Covering Losing Kings Teams

As the Sacramento Kings' forgettable 2025-26 regular season winds down, Sam Amick joined Dave & Jason to reflect on similar times.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Feb 26, 2026
ESPN: A’s lineup is among best in MLB

ESPN released a ranking of the top offenses in Major League Baseball entering 2026, and the Athletics' place on the list might surprise you.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 25, 2026
Kayte Christensen believes Keegan Murray has All-Star potential

NBC Sports California's Kayte Christensen believes that fourth-year Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray will become an NBA All-Star.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Feb 25, 2026
John Lynch comments on Brandon Aiyuk’s future

San Francisco 49ers GM John Lynch spoke about a variety of team-related topics at the NFL Scouting Combine as the offseason gets underway.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 24, 2026
Report: Domantas Sabonis offseason trade ‘not a certainty’

The Sacramento Kings may decide to hold onto star center Domantas Sabonis this offseason rather than trade him, per NBA insider Marc Stein.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Feb 24, 2026
Trent Williams & 49ers in contract dispute; GM Lynch optimistic

Trent Williams and the San Francisco 49ers appear to be at a critical crossroads as contract talks drag on with no clear resolution in sight.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 24, 2026
Clifford’s unique stat line puts him in rare Sacramento Kings company

Sacramento Kings rookie guard Nique Clifford posted a rare stat line during Monday's much-needed win over the Memphis Grizzlies.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Feb 24, 2026
Raiders GM keeping Maxx Crosby, eager to meet with Fernando Mendoza

Las Vegas Raiders general manager John Spytek says the team isn't looking to trade Maxx Crosby as trade rumors and reports continue to swirl.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 24, 2026
Kings rookie Maxime Raynaud climbs Rookie leaderboards

Sacramento Kings rookie center Maxime Raynaud continues to climb the NBA rookie class leaderboards thanks to his impressive play.
SACRAMENTO REPUBLIC FC | Feb 24, 2026
Sacramento Republic FC Names Tim Holt Next President & General Manager

Sacramento Republic FC has announced the hiring of Tim Holt as the team's next president and general manager as the 2026 season begins.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 23, 2026
Darryn Peterson responds to availability criticism: ‘Basketball is my life.’

Potential top NBA Draft pick Darryn Peterson responded to concerns about his availability in as March Madness & the Draft Lottery inch closer.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 23, 2026
Where the Sacramento Kings roster stands after adding Hayes & Baldwin

The Sacramento Kings made two signings over the weekend, adding former top-ten pick Killian Hayes & forward Patrick Baldwin Jr. (two-way).
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 23, 2026
Charles Barkley on Kings losing streak: ‘Impossible. Got to be a typo’

The Sacramento Kings have lost a franchise-record 16 straight games, and NBA legend Charles Barkley is weighing in on the lengthy skid.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 22, 2026
Sacramento Kings sign F Patrick Baldwin Jr. to two-way contract

The Sacramento Kings have signed former first-round pick Patrick Baldwin Jr. to a two-way contract. Baldwin is a 7'0, 220 pound forward.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 22, 2026
Kings try to break franchise-record 16-game skid against Grizzlies

The Sacramento Kings have lost 16 straight games--a new franchise record. Can they get back into the W column against the Memphis Grizzlies?
NFL | Feb 22, 2026
NFL not expecting attempt to ban ‘tush push’

After a heated debate over the “tush push” in 2025, NFL competition committee co-chairman said that he does not expect the play to be banned.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 22, 2026
Report: Kings sign former 7th overall pick to 10-day deal

The Sacramento Kings have signed former seventh-overall pick Killian Hayes to a ten-day contract, per HoopsHype's Michael Scotto.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 20, 2026
Is this rock bottom for the Sacramento Kings?

The Sacramento Kings have lost 15 straight games, setting a new franchise record for longest losing streak. Is this a new rock bottom for the team?
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 19, 2026
Doug Christie: 15-game losing streak ‘as painful as it gets’

Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie has seemingly been through it all with this franchise, but he hasn't been through a skid like this.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 19, 2026
Kings set franchise record with 15th-straight loss

The Sacramento Kings returned from the All-Star break in losing fashion on Thursday night, setting a franchise record with their 15th straight loss.