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

SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jan 20, 2026
Matt Barrows on Jauan Jennings’ unclear future with the 49ers

The Athletic's Matt Barrows says the San Francisco 49ers may look to retain veteran WR Jauan Jennings before free agency begins this offseason.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jan 20, 2026
Titans set to hire 49ers DC Robert Saleh as head coach

San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh has accepted the head coaching role with the Tennessee Titans, per multiple reports.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jan 20, 2026
Report: A’s had deal in place for 3B Nolan Arendao

The Athletics had a deal in place for star third baseman Nolan Arenado before he was dealt to the Arizona Diamondbacks, per The Athletic.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 20, 2026
Kings aim for season sweep of Miami Heat

The Sacramento Kings will look to complete a two-game sweep of the Miami Heat on Tuesday when the two teams meet at Golden 1 Center.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jan 19, 2026
49ers Announce 2025 Team Award Recipients

The San Francisco 49ers this week announced the organization’s 2025 team award recipients. Here is the list of winners for this season.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 18, 2026
Paint woes doom Kings as losing streak ends at four games

The Sacramento Kings' season-long four-game winning streak came to an end on Sunday night at the hands of the Portland Trail Blazers at G1C.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 18, 2026
How many wins are too many for a rebuilding Kings team?

The Sacramento Kings have turned things around, but is that for the best as they move into a rebuild? Whitey Gleason has some thoughts.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 16, 2026
Sabonis returns, Kings extend winning streak to four

Domantas Sabonis made his return after a two-month absence as the Sacramento Kings defeated the Wizards, winning their fourth-straight game.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jan 15, 2026
49ers LB Fred Warner not ready to return vs. Seahawks

San Francisco 49ers standout linebacker Fred Warner will not make his return from an ankle injury for Saturday's game vs. the Seattle Seahawks.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 15, 2026
Suddenly hot Kings take aim at woeful Wizards

The Sacramento Kings will look to secure their season-best fourth-straight win on Friday night when they face the Washington Wizards.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jan 15, 2026
49ers, Seahawks set for rubber match with NFC title-game berth at stake

The San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks will meet again on Saturday night, but this time the stakes are much higher. Full Playoff preview:
MLB | Jan 15, 2026
Giants, A’s to report for Spring Training in coming weeks

As the calendar turns to 2026 & we move into the thick of the winter season, Spring Training is right around the corner. Here's when players report:
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 15, 2026
Sam Amick on the Kings’ pursuit of Kuminga, being uninterested in Morant

The Athletic's Sam Amick joined Dave & Jason to discuss the Sacramento Kings' level of interest in Jonathan Kuminga & Ja Morant.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jan 15, 2026
49ers LB Fred Warner potentially available against Seahawks

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner isn't ready to rule himself out of Saturday's NFC Divisional Round matchup against the Seahawks.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 14, 2026
Kings welcome Mike Brown back to G1C with rout of Knicks

The Sacramento Kings have won three-straight games for the first time this season, the most-recent being a blowout win over Mike Brown's Knicks.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 14, 2026
Update: Sacramento Kings are not interested in Ja Morant trade

Contrary to recent reports, Carmichael Dave is hearing that the Sacramento Kings are not interested in trading for Grizzlies guard Ja Morant.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jan 14, 2026
49ers make roster moves ahead of matchup vs. Seattle

The San Francisco 49ers have made a series of roster moves ahead of this weekend's Playoff showdown against the Seattle Seahawks.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 14, 2026
Malik Monk, Kings aim for third-straight win vs. Brown, Knicks

Former Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown will make his return to Golden 1 Center on Wednesday with the New York Knicks.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jan 13, 2026
Report: SF Giants eyeing two big-name targets on trade market

The San Francisco Giants are "aggressively pursuing" Cubs infielder Nico Hoerner and Cardinals infielder Brendan Donovan, per ESPN.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 13, 2026
Report: Bucks remain interested in Zach LaVine

The Milwaukee Bucks continue to show interest in Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine ahead of the trade deadline, per a new report.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jan 13, 2026
Barrows: Fred Warner return ‘not happening’ vs Seattle

The Athletic's Matt Barrows says that San Francisco 49ers star LB Fred Warner (ankle) will not return for Saturday's playoff showdown in Seattle.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jan 13, 2026
49ers, Seahawks scheduled for prime time in Divisional Round

The San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks will be facing off in primetime on Saturday in the NFC Divisional Round in Washington.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 12, 2026
Kings offense lights up Lakers to secure back-to-back wins

The Sacramento Kings completed a back-to-back sweep of the Houston Rockets & Los Angeles Lakers, the latter victory taking place on Monday.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 12, 2026
Exclusive: Kings GM Scott Perry lays out goals for upcoming trade deadline

Sacramento Kings GM Scott Perry joined The Carmichael Dave Show with Jason Ross to share his thoughts on the upcoming NBA trade deadline.