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 | Dec 17, 2025
Kayte Christensen says Maxime Raynaud ‘is only going to get better’

Sacramento Kings TV analyst Kayte Christensen joined Carmichael Dave and Jason Ross to discuss rookie center Maxime Raynaud & much more.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Dec 17, 2025
Report: A’s offered Ha-Seong Kim long-term deal

As MLB Free Agency continues, The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal reports the A's made a push to sign free agent SS Ha-Seong Kim, but fell short.
SACRAMENTO REPUBLIC FC | Dec 17, 2025
Sacramento Republic FC Release Action-Packed 2026 Schedule

The Sacramento Republic FC have released their full 2026 regular season as another year of soccer at Heart Health Park approaches.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Dec 16, 2025
SF Giants add starter Adrian Houser, reliever Jason Foley

The San Francisco Giants made two moves to address their starting rotation and bullpen on Tuesday as free agency rolls on around the league.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 16, 2025
Report: Toronto Raptors have interest in Domantas Sabonis

According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, the red-hot Toronto Raptors are interested in Sacramento Kings star center Domantas Sabonis.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Dec 16, 2025
Taking a look at the 2026 San Francisco Giants roster

The MLB offseason isn't over, but the San Francisco Giants have some work to do in upgrading the roster for the 2026 regular season.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 16, 2025
How the 49ers can clinch a postseason spot in Week 16

The San Francisco 49ers still have their eyes on the top spot in the NFC, but they can clinch a playoff spot as soon as this weekend.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Dec 15, 2025
Former Raiders coach Mike White dies at 89

Mike White, who had stints as the head coach of Cal, Illinois and the Oakland Raiders, died at the age of 89 on Sunday in Newport Beach, Calif.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 15, 2025
Matt Barrows: Are the stars aligning for the 49ers this season?

The Athletic's Matt Barrows joined Carmichael Dave and Jason Ross to discuss the San Francisco 49ers as they march towards the postseason.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Dec 15, 2025
Report: Giants, A’s included on Ketel Marte’s no-trade list

The San Francisco Giants are included on Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte's no-trade list, per The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 15, 2025
Why December 15th matters for the Sacramento Kings

December 15th is an important date for the Sacramento Kings and all other 29 NBA teams, but why? Let's dive into why trades may be on the way.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 14, 2025
49ers knock off Titans for fourth straight win

Brock Purdy tossed three touchdown passes during the San Francisco 49ers' win over the Tennessee Titans on Sunday afternoon in Santa Clara.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Dec 14, 2025
Raiders fall to NFL-worst 2-12 following shutout loss to Eagles

The Las Vegas Raiders fell to an NFL-worst 2-12 on the regular season following Sunday's 31-0 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.
UC DAVIS | Dec 14, 2025
UC Davis Football’s Season Comes To End In NCAA FCS Quarterfinals

UC Davis football fell short to Illinois State in the FCS Playoff quarterfinals on Saturday, ending an exciting season of Aggies football.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 12, 2025
Brock Purdy, Cam Ward face off as 49ers host Titans

Brock Purdy and the surging San Francisco 49ers will face Cam Ward and the Tennessee Titans on Sunday afternoon at Levi's Stadium.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 12, 2025
Greg Papa on who the 49ers should look to avoid in the postseason

San Francisco 49ers radio voice Greg Papa joined Carmichael Dave and Jason Ross to lay out the current NFC Postseason picture.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 11, 2025
Kings start two rookies during blowout loss to Nuggets

The Sacramento Kings' blowout loss to the Denver Nuggets on Thursday tied their second-worst 25-game start in franchise history at 6-19.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 11, 2025
Sam Amick: Kings veterans have NOT requested trades

The Athletic's Sam Amick joined Carmichael Dave and Jason Ross to dive into the trade chatter that is currently surrounding the Sacramento Kings.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Dec 11, 2025
Athletics acquire INF Justin Riemer from Red Sox

The Athletics and Boston Red Sox made a trade during this week's MLB Rule 5 Draft at the Winter Meetings in Orlando, Florida.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 11, 2025
Nuggets, Kings clash for 4th time in 6 weeks

The Sacramento Kings will return home on Thursday night for another matchup against Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets at Golden 1 Center.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Dec 10, 2025
Report: SF Giants “in” on potential Freddy Peralta trade

The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal says the San Francisco Giants are among several teams who are "in" on trading for Brewers ace Freddy Peralta.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 10, 2025
Kayte Christensen thinks Zach LaVine has received some ‘unfair blame’

Sacramento Kings TV analyst Kayte Christensen joined Jason Ross to lay out Zach LaVine's inconsistencies, the team's overall struggles, & more.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Dec 10, 2025
Raiders QB Geno Smith (shoulder) unlikely to start vs. Eagles

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith is unlikely to play this weekend against the Philadelphia Eagles due to a shoulder injury.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 10, 2025
Patrick Willis reflects on 49ers career, looks forward to Super Bowl LX

San Francisco 49ers legendary linebacker and Pro Football Hall of Famer Patrick Willis joined Carmichael Dave & Jason Ross to talk all things NFL.