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

ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Feb 4, 2026
A’s Announce 2026 Sacramento Promotional Schedule

Athletics baseball is almost back for Year 2 in Sacramento. Here's the full promotional schedule for the 2026 regular season at Sutter Health Park.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 3, 2026
Kings, Grizzlies battle as potential deadline moves still loom

The Sacramento Kings and Memphis Grizzlies will face off on Wednesday night at Golden 1 Center as the NBA trade deadline looms.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 3, 2026
Dennis Schroder explains how he found out about trade to Cleveland

Former Sacramento Kings guard Dennis Schroder shared his thoughts on his departure for Cleveland and how he found out about the trade.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 2, 2026
Old Audio, New Context: Scott Perry on De’Andre Hunter

Shortly before taking over as Sacramento Kings GM last year, Scott Perry said he is a fan of new Sacramento Kings forward De'Andre Hunter.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Feb 2, 2026
What the SF Giants’ 2026 lineup looks like with Luis Arráez

The San Francisco Giants will now be able to pencil in the 2025 NL hits leader into their lineup for the 2026 season. Here's what it might look like.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 2, 2026
Sam Amick doesn’t expect a Kings-Warriors deal to include De’Andre Hunter

The Athletic's Sam Amick joined Dave & Jason to share his thoughts on the Sacramento Kings' trade with Cleveland as the trade deadline nears.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 2, 2026
Where the Sacramento Kings roster stands after trading Schroder & Ellis

The Sacramento Kings have made the first deal of what many hope will be an active trade deadline week. Here's an updated look at the roster.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 1, 2026
Is the Ellis-Hunter trade a sign of more to come for Sacramento?

The Sacramento Kings have made another head-scratching move. Does this mean there are more moves to come before Thursday? Let's hope so.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Feb 1, 2026
Reports: Raiders set to hire Klint Kubiak after Super Bowl LX

The Las Vegas Raiders are targeting Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak as their next head coach, outlets reported on Sunday.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Feb 1, 2026
Reports: Giants, Luis Arraez agree to 1-year, $12M deal

Three-time batting champion Luis Arraez is joining the San Francisco Giants on a one-year, $12 million contract, per multiple reports.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jan 31, 2026
A’s Agree to Terms with SS Jacob Wilson on Seven-Year Contract

The Athletics have signed All-Star shortstop Jacob Wilson to a seven-year contract, $70 million extension, the club announced this week.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 30, 2026
Sam Amick on Keon Ellis’ trade market & Domantas Sabonis’ future

The Athletic's Sam Amick joined Jason Ross to share his latest Sacramento Kings intel as we move within one week of the trade deadline.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 30, 2026
Does this mock Kings-Raptors trade benefit both teams?

The Toronto Raptors are interested in Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis. Would this hypothetical trade make sense for both teams?
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jan 30, 2026
Giants trade SP Kai-Wei Teng to Astros for C Jancel Villarroel

The San Francisco Giants have traded right-handed pitcher Kai-Wei Teng to the Houston Astros in exchange for C Jancel Villarroel.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 30, 2026
Jaylen Brown may miss Celtics’ matchup vs. Kings

Boston Celtics star forward Jaylen Brown may be sidelined during Friday's matchup against the Sacramento Kings due to hamstring & knee injuries.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 29, 2026
Christensen: Kings rookies have stepped up amid injury-plagued season

NBC Sports California's Kayte Christensen joined Carmichael Dave and Jason Ross to discuss the impact the Sacramento Kings rookies have had.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 29, 2026
Are the Blazers a viable trade partner for the Kings?

Could the Sacramento Kings and Portland Trail Blazers become trade partners this deadline? Matt George & Chris Watkins discuss that option.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jan 29, 2026
De Vries among Athletics’ Non-Roster Invitees to Spring Training

The Athletics announced 31 non-roster invitees to Spring Training for the 2026 season, including top prospect, shortstop Leo De Vries.
SACRAMENTO REPUBLIC FC | Jan 29, 2026
Spanish Midfielder Pep Casas to Join Republic FC for 2026 Campaign

Sacramento Republic FC today announced that the club has signed midfielder José “Pep” Casas. He will be added to the team’s roster for 2026.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 28, 2026
Bolstered by ‘Big Three,’ Sixers welcome road-challenged Kings

The struggling Sacramento Kings will look to halt a six-game losing streak when they face the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jan 28, 2026
Could the SF Giants land one of these remaining free agent starters?

The San Francisco Giants have had a busy offseason, but is one more starting pitcher in the cards for Buster Posey & the front office?
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 28, 2026
WATCH: Mike Brown, Kings interact following final buzzer

Former Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown interacted with his former players following Tuesday's Kings vs. Knicks matchup in New York.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jan 27, 2026
Harrison Bader on why the Giants are ‘a perfect fit’ for him

San Francisco Giants center fielder Harrison Bader calls his new team 'a perfect fit' shortly following the news of his two-year agreement.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 27, 2026
Sacramento Kings Tank Update: Close to No. 1?

The Sacramento Kings have had an abysmal regular season, but at this point, it's all about the future and where things fall in the NBA Draft Lottery.