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 | Oct 21, 2025
Sac Mayor: MLB expansion is on the table for Sacramento

Could a permanent MLB team be awarded to Sacramento? According to Sacramento Mayor Kevin McCarty, the city is looking to make that happen.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 21, 2025
Former NFL QB on why 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan has impressed him thus far

Former NFL QB Sean Salisbury joined Carmichael Dave and Jason Ross to share his thoughts on the San Francisco 49ers and much more.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 20, 2025
49ers Updates: Kyle Shanahan on Huff, Purdy & others

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan met with the media on Monday to share injury updates on several key players.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 20, 2025
Sacramento Kings announce 2025-26 Opening Night Roster

The Sacramento Kings have announced their 2025-26 Opening Night Roster ahead of Wednesday's season-opener in Phoenix.
SACRAMENTO REPUBLIC FC | Oct 20, 2025
Republic FC Prepares for 11th Playoff Campaign with Week of Community Service

As Sacramento Republic FC prepares for its 11th playoff appearance, the club announced today the return of its annual Playoff Week of Service
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 20, 2025
Matt Barrows thinks the 49ers may try to make a splash at the deadline

The Athletic's Matt Barrows joined Carmichael Dave & Jason Ross to break down the San Francisco 49ers' win over the Atlanta Falcons & more.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 20, 2025
2025-26 NBA Preview: Pacific Division capsules

The 2025-26 NBA season has arrived! Let's take a look at the teams that will be battling it out in the Pacific Division this season.
UC DAVIS | Oct 20, 2025
UC Davis Projected Sixth in Big West Preseason Coaches’ Poll

UC Davis men's basketball has been picked to finish sixth in the 2025-26 Big West Preseason Coaches' Poll. See the full poll results here.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 20, 2025
Christian McCaffrey dominates as 49ers clip Falcons

Christian McCaffrey ran for 129 yards and 2 TD's as the San Francisco 49ers posted a 20-10 victory over the visiting Atlanta Falcons on Sunday.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Oct 19, 2025
Report: Giants close to hiring Tennessee’s Tony Vitello as manager

The San Francisco Giants are moving toward hiring Tennessee baseball coach Tony Vitello as their next manager, The Athletic reported on Saturday.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 19, 2025
Domantas Sabonis (hamstring) to be re-evaluated in one week

The Sacramento Kings will be without star center Domantas Sabonis for at least two games, the team announced over the weekend.
NCAA | Oct 19, 2025
Stanford fined $50K for violating the ACC event security policy

Stanford was fined $50,000 for violating the ACC's event security policy following Saturday night's 20-13 victory over Florida State.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Oct 19, 2025
Raiders star DE Maxx Crosby (knee) injured in loss to Chiefs

Raiders star DE Maxx Crosby injured his left knee during the second quarter on Sunday against the Chiefs and didn't return to the field.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Oct 19, 2025
Chiefs hold Raiders to 95 total yards in 31-0 victory

The Kansas City Chiefs moved ahead of .500 for the first time this season with a 31-0 shellacking of the visiting Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 18, 2025
Where the Kings roster stands after waiving Terence Davis

The Sacramento Kings waived guard Terence Davis on Saturday, bringing the roster to 18 players. Here's a look at the updated Kings roster.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 18, 2025
49ers’ Mac Jones to start again as Brock Purdy, Ricky Pearsall ruled out vs. Falcons

The San Francisco 49ers will once again turn to QB Mac Jones on Sunday vs. Atlanta as Brock Purdy (toe) works his way back from injury.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 17, 2025
Exclusive: Kings GM Scott Perry on signing Westbrook, extending Murray

Sacramento Kings general manager Scott Perry joined Jason Ross to explain his decision in signing Russell Westbrook & extending Keegan Murray.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 17, 2025
Fantasy Football Cheat Sheet: Week 7

CBS Sports' Fantasy Football expert Dave Richard shares his players to watch for in Week 7, talks waiver wire targets, and much more!
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 17, 2025
49ers TE George Kittle plans to return from injury vs. Falcons

The San Francisco 49ers might finally have some good news on the injury front. Six-time Pro Bowl tight…
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Oct 16, 2025
A’s P Luis Severino, LF Tyler Soderstrom Named Rawlings Gold Glove Finalists

Athletics starting pitcher Luis Severino and left fielder Tyler Soderstrom have been named finalists for 2025 Rawlings Gold Glove Awards.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 16, 2025
Suns G Jalen Green (hamstring) to miss opener vs. Kings

Phoenix Suns guard Jalen Green will miss the team's season opener against the Sacramento Kings on Oct. 22 due to a hamstring injury.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 16, 2025
Sam Amick on why Russell Westbrook ended up with the Sacramento Kings

The Athletic's Sam Amick joined Carmichael Dave & Jason Ross to explain why Russell Westbrook ended up signing with the Sacramento Kings.
SACRAMENTO RIVER CATS | Oct 16, 2025
Banana Ball Makes Awaited Return to Sutter Health Park

Sutter Health Park, home for the Sacramento River Cats and the Athletics, will also serve as host for a pair of Banana Ball contests in March 2026.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 15, 2025
Shorthanded Kings fall flat against Clippers in preseason tune-up

The Sacramento Kings may have been without key players, but they looked flat on both ends during Wednesday's preseason loss to the Clippers.