Lead Editor & Kings Beat Writer

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

UFC | Aug 13, 2025
UFC moving to Paramount in 2026 on seven-year deal

Paramount has knocked out a seven-year deal to become the exclusive home of all UFC events in the U.S., starting in 2026.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Aug 13, 2025
A’s look to continue to play ‘good baseball’ in finale vs. Rays

The Athletics have looked like a different team since the end of July. On Wednesday, they'll look to take a three-game series from the Rays.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Aug 13, 2025
Padres, tied for first in NL West, pursue sweep of Giants

The San Diego Padres will look to complete a sweep of the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday when the two teams meet at Oracle Park.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Aug 13, 2025
Rookie Jacob Lopez fans nine as Athletics shut out Rays

Rookie left-hander Jacob Lopez struck out nine batters as the Athletics continued their recent winning ways, defeating Tampa Bay in Sacramento.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Aug 13, 2025
Padres’ relief corps shuts down skidding Giants

The San Diego Padres pitching staff held the San Francisco Giants offense in check during Tuesday's action at Oracle Park in the Bay Area.
UC DAVIS | Aug 12, 2025
UC Davis Ranked No. 7 In Preseason AFCA FCS Coaches Poll

UC Davis football continues to be placed among the nation’s best, earning the No. 7 ranking in the 2025 FCS Coaches Poll.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Aug 12, 2025
Zach LaVine among top-10 shooters in NBA 2K26

Sacramento Kings guard and sharpshooter Zach LaVine has been listed as one of the best ten three-point shooters in the upcoming NBA 2K26.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Aug 12, 2025
Jon Gruden wins legal round in case against NFL

The Nevada Supreme Court decided that Jon Gruden’s lawsuit against the NFL can proceed in civil court rather than being settled in arbitration.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Aug 12, 2025
49ers Roster Moves: Wilson Jr., Abdullah & More

The San Francisco 49ers have announced a series of roster moves, including the signing of veteran running back and familiar face Jeff Wilson Jr.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Aug 12, 2025
Rays’ Junior Caminero out to continue torrid stretch vs. A’s

Tampa Bay Rays star Junior Caminero will look to remain red-hot against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento on Tuesday night.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Aug 12, 2025
Slumping Giants look to run against streaking Padres

The San Francisco Giants will look to provide more offense in Tuesday's matchup against the San Diego Padres than they did on Monday night.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Aug 12, 2025
Rays blast 3 homers, end skid with win over Athletics

The Athletics allowed too many home runs in Monday night's series-opener in Sacramento, and it cost them against the Tampa Bay Rays.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Aug 12, 2025
Padres pull away from Giants with seventh-inning surge

The San Francisco Giants and San Diego Padres entered the seventh inning of Monday night's game tied at Oracle Park, then disaster struck.
UC DAVIS | Aug 11, 2025
UC Davis Football Wraps Camp; Turns Attention To Season Opener

UC Davis football has wrapped up Fall Camp as they now look ahead to their season-opener against Mercer on August 23rd.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Aug 11, 2025
Athletics place Luis Severino (oblique) on 15-day IL

The Athletics have placed right-handed pitcher Luis Severino on the 15-day injured list retroactive to August 6 with a left oblique strain and recalled left-handed pitcher Hogan Harris from Triple-A Las Vegas, the club announced today.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Aug 11, 2025
Shanahan on 49ers preseason opener: ‘Too many mistakes’

The San Francisco 49ers opened up their exhibition slate with a 30-9 loss to the Denver Broncos at Levi's Stadium over the weekend.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Aug 11, 2025
49ers Sign RB Vaughn; Waive OL Johnson

The San Francisco 49ers today announced they have signed RB Ke’Shawn Vaughn to a one-year deal. SF also waived OL Zack Johnson.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Aug 11, 2025
Giants renew acquaintances with Padres in big series

Logan Webb will take the mound against Yu Darvish on Monday night as the San Francisco Giants & San Diego Padres begin a crucial series.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Aug 11, 2025
Nick Kurtz seeks to regain power surge as A’s host Rays

Athletics 1B Nick Kurtz will look to regain his power surge in Sacramento this week when the Tampa Bay Rays arrive at Sutter Health Park.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Aug 11, 2025
Giants’ Justin Verlander becomes 10th pitcher to join 3,500K club

San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Justin Verlander became the tenth player in Major League Baseball history to rack up 3,500 strikeouts.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Aug 11, 2025
Nationals dominate Giants, Verlander reaches career milestone

James Wood and the Washington Nationals completed a series victory over the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park on Sunday afternoon.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Aug 11, 2025
Willie MacIver’s two-run double allows Athletics to sink Orioles

A two-run double in the top of the ninth inning acted as the difference in the Athletics' win over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday afternoon.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Aug 8, 2025
49ers unveil $200 million renovations at Levi’s Stadium

The San Francisco 49ers have unveiled $200 million renovations at Levi's Stadium that have been in the works over the past two years.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Aug 8, 2025
49ers Sign DL Michael Dwumfour; Release CB Eli Apple

The San Francisco 49ers announced more roster moves as they prepare for the start of preseason action this weekend vs. the Denver Broncos.