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

LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Nov 11, 2025
Raiders sign LB Jamin Davis, place OL Jackson Powers-Johnson on IR

The Las Vegas Raiders signed linebacker Jamin Davis to the active roster and placed right guard Jackson Powers-Johnson (ankle) on injured reserve on Tuesday.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Nov 11, 2025
Report: Giants a ‘darkhorse’ for free agent OF Kyle Tucker

MLB free agency is underway, and USA Today's Bob Nightengale reports that the San Francisco Giants are a darkhorse to sign OF Kyle Tucker.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Nov 11, 2025
Former NFL QB on the importance of coaching & who could take over the Giants

Former NFL QB Sean Salisbury joined Carmichael Dave and Jason Ross to share his ideal fit for the New York Giants' head coach opening.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Nov 11, 2025
Kyle Shanahan outlines ideal return to action plan for Brock Purdy

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan shared injury updates on QB Brock Purdy, WR Ricky Pearsall, and much more.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 11, 2025
Nikola Jokic, Domantas Sabonis to square off down low in Nuggets-Kings

The Sacramento Kings will look to avoid a 3-8 start to the season when they face the Denver Nuggets at Golden 1 Center on Tuesday night.
SAN JOSE SHARKS | Nov 11, 2025
Sharks, fast-rising Macklin Celebrini aim for 4th straight win vs. Wild

After a bumpy start to the season, second-year phenom Macklin Celebrini and the San Jose Sharks have found their rhythm.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Nov 10, 2025
Report: Free agent pitcher Max Scherzer linked to SF Giants

The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal reports that many around baseball expect the San Francisco Giants will sign free agent pitcher Max Scherzer.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Nov 10, 2025
Bruce Bochy returns to SF Giants as Special Advisor to Baseball Ops

The San Francisco Giants announced that former manager Bruce Bochy has returned to the team as a Special Advisor to Baseball Operations.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Nov 10, 2025
Matt Barrows on who he thinks will start at QB for the 49ers vs. Arizona

The Athletic's Matt Barrows joined Dave and Jason to break down the 49ers' loss to the Rams, give an update on QB Brock Purdy & more.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 10, 2025
Kings Fans Sound Off: ‘We want Keon’

Sacramento Kings fans sounded off on Sunday night for guard Keon Ellis, who has fallen out of the Beam Team's rotation to begin the season.
UC DAVIS | Nov 10, 2025
UC Davis battles, but falls 67–63 in back-and-forth finish at Portland

UC Davis men's basketball battled, but fell short to Portland on Sunday as they navigate the start of the 2025-26 regular season.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Nov 10, 2025
Matthew Stafford tosses 4 more TDs, high-scoring Rams top 49ers

Matthew Stafford threw four touchdown passes and the Los Angeles Rams avenged one of their two defeats with a 42-26 win over the 49ers.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 9, 2025
Kings fall to T-Wolves, secure worst 10-game start since 2017-18

The Sacramento Kings dropped Sunday's matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves, falling to 3-7 on the season (worst start since 2017-18).
UC DAVIS | Nov 9, 2025
No. 11 UC Davis Football Uses Fast Start To Secure Huge Road Win At Idaho

UC Davis football got back into the win column thanks to a bounce-back win over the Idaho Vandals on Saturday afternoon at the Kibbie Dome.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 7, 2025
Kings’ lackluster paint defense exposed in blowout loss to OKC

The Sacramento Kings had their already concerning paint defense exposed during Friday night's loss to the NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Nov 7, 2025
A’s 1B Nick Kurtz Wins Silver Slugger Award

Athletics rookie first baseman Nick Kurtz has been named a 2025 Louisville Slugger Silver Slugger award winner for his impressive first MLB season
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Nov 7, 2025
Raiders fire special teams coordinator Tom McMahon

The Las Vegas Raiders fired special teams coordinator Tom McMahon, the team announced Friday afternoon.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Nov 7, 2025
Greg Papa lays out how the 49ers can beat the Rams on Sunday

Radio legend Greg Papa joined Carmichael Dave and Jason Ross to preview the San Francisco 49ers' matchup against the Los Angeles Rams.
NFL | Nov 7, 2025
Fantasy Football Cheat Sheet: Week 10

CBS Sports' Fantasy Football expert Dave Richard shares his players to watch for in Week 10, talks waiver wire targets, and much more!
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 6, 2025
Thunder storm into Sacramento for NBA Cup showdown vs. Kings

The Sacramento Kings will face the reigning NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder in an NBA matchup on Friday night at Golden 1 Center.
SACRAMENTO STATE FOOTBALL | Nov 6, 2025
Preview: Sacramento State football set to face Portland State

Jason Ross sits down with Sacramento State football head coach Brennan Marion to preview this Saturday's matchup against Portland State.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 6, 2025
Sam Amick on Russell Westbrook’s impact & Ja Morant’s situation in Memphis

The Athletic's Sam Amick joined Carmichael Dave to break down Russell Westbrook's impressive start to his Sacramento Kings career.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 5, 2025
Westbrook racks up triple-double as Kings defeat Warriors

Russell Westbrook put on a vintage performance as the Sacramento Kings outlasted the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night at G1C.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Nov 5, 2025
Kyle Shanahan ‘pretty confident’ that Brandon Aiyuk will play in 2025

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan is 'pretty confident' that WR Brandon Aiyuk will suit up for a game during the 2025 season.