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
-
NCAA | Aug 26, 2026Position Preview: Confidence Defines Aggies’ Special Teams Unit
As UC Davis prepares for the 2026 season, the Aggies enter with experience at several important spots alongside new faces stepping into key roles.
-
NFL | Aug 25, 2026Christian McCaffrey could see a lighter workload in 2026
Christian McCaffrey looks healthy entering 2026, but the 49ers are taking an extremely cautious approach and could finally reduce his workload.
-
NFL | Aug 25, 2026Why George Kittle’s Week 1 decision looms large for the 49ers
Star TE George Kittle has returned to practice, but the 49ers face a difficult Week 1 decision with an 18-hour flight to Australia ahead.
-
NFL | Aug 25, 202649ers acquire veteran LB Deion Jones from Saints
The San Francisco 49ers acquired veteran linebacker Deion Jones from the Saints in exchange for running back Zamir White.
-
NBA | Aug 25, 2026Sources: Kings GM Scott Perry in Florida to watch Ben Simmons workout
Scott Perry is in Florida to watch Ben Simmons work out as the Kings explore veteran depth behind rookie Darius Acuff Jr. and multiple positions.
-
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Aug 24, 2026A’s Injury Updates: Clarke mashing during rehab stint, Severino progressing
The A's provided injury updates on several key players, including Shea Langeliers, Jacob Wilson, Nick Kurtz, Tyler Soderstrom & Denzel Clarke.
-
NCAA | Aug 24, 2026UC Davis Football enters 2026 with Big Sky championship expectations
Tim Plough explains why UC Davis football enters 2026 with rising expectations, a deeper roster and legitimate Big Sky championship aspirations.
-
NBA | Aug 24, 2026ESPN projects Sacramento Kings to finish last in Western Conference
ESPN projects the Sacramento Kings to finish 19-63 in 2026-27. Could the prediction become bulletin-board material for a healthier roster?v
-
NBA | Aug 24, 2026Sacramento Kings to honor Rick Adelman with jersey band during 2026-27 season
The Sacramento Kings will honor Hall of Fame coach Rick Adelman with a commemorative black jersey band throughout the 2026-27 NBA season.
-
NBA | Aug 24, 2026Keegan Murray still has a key role to play in Kings’ rebuild
Keegan Murray enters the first season of his new Kings contract with different expectations amid his shooting regression and defensive rise.
-
NFL | Aug 24, 2026Kenny Caraway: The 49ers are true Super Bowl contenders
Kenny Caraway believes the 49ers are true Super Bowl contenders while highlighting De’Zhaun Stribling, Osa Odighizuwa & secondary concerns.
-
NCAA | Aug 24, 2026“We’re Here to Win the MAC”: Alonzo Carter’s Vision for Sacramento State Football
Alonzo Carter explains his vision for Sacramento State football, from “process over outcome” to a fast, violent and physical identity in the MAC.
-
NFL | Aug 24, 2026Kubiak: 49ers’ Offense getting boost from McCaffrey, Kittle returns
Klay Kubiak discusses the 49ers’ young RBs, left guard competition and returns of Christian McCaffrey and George Kittle ahead of Week 1.
-
NFL | Aug 24, 202649ers sign TE Khalil Dinkins to 3-year deal
The San Francisco 49ers re-signed tight end Khalil Dinkins to a three-year deal while waiving injured defensive lineman Xavier Thomas.
-
NFL | Aug 24, 2026Raheem Morris praises 49ers’ defensive bounce-back vs. Chargers
Raheem Morris praised the 49ers’ defensive bounce-back against the Chargers while highlighting several young players making strong impressions.
-
NCAA | Aug 24, 2026Position Preview: Defensive Leaders Return for UC Davis
Following a 2025 season that included another deep FCS postseason run, the UC Davis defense enters 2026 with established leaders returning.
-
NFL | Aug 21, 2026George Kittle gets encouraging news after visit with surgeon
George Kittle's Achilles recovery is ahead of schedule, giving the 49ers tight end a legitimate chance to play in Week 1 against the Rams.
-
NBA | Aug 20, 2026Zach LaVine has a chance to rebuild his value in Sacramento
Zach LaVine's efficiency could determine how much trade value the Kings can recoup for the veteran guard before the NBA trade deadline.
-
NBA | Aug 20, 2026Report: Kings bringing veteran PGs in for workouts
The Sacramento Kings will work out two veteran guards as Sacramento explores experienced backcourt options behind rookie starter Darius Acuff Jr
-
NBA | Aug 19, 2026Potential 2027 NBA Free Agent Targets for the Sacramento Kings
The Sacramento Kings could have $70M+ in 2027 cap space. RJ Barrett, Jalen Duren & other free-agent targets could reshape the Beam Team.
-
NCAA | Aug 19, 2026Position Preview: Inside the 2026 Aggie Offense
The UC Davis offense enters 2026 with familiar playmakers, significant production and an important opportunity to establish its next identity.
-
NBA | Aug 19, 2026Maxime Raynaud’s 3-Point shooting could be his ‘golden ticket’ with Kings
Maxime Raynaud faces a tougher path to minutes with Domantas Sabonis healthy, but his 3-point shooting could keep him on the Kings’ floor.
-
NFL | Aug 18, 202649ers QB Brock Purdy wants more from offense ahead of Chargers preseason matchup
Brock Purdy admitted the 49ers offense had “not our best day” in practice while praising Kaelon Black & Osa Odighizuwa ahead of Thursday.
-
NFL | Aug 18, 2026Kyle Shanahan downplays Christian McCaffrey’s absence from practice
Kyle Shanahan provided an encouraging Christian McCaffrey injury update, saying the RB is dealing with “some tightness” & could play if needed.