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

UC DAVIS | Aug 5, 2025
Aggies Ranked No. 8 In Stats Perform Preseason Top-25 Poll

Stats Perform has released its FCS Preseason Top 25, with UC Davis football earning its highest preseason ranking since 2019, coming in at No. 8.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Aug 5, 2025
Eagles acquire CB Jakorian Bennett from Raiders

The Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles added to a solid secondary, acquiring CB Jakorian Bennett in a trade with the Las Vegas Raiders.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Aug 5, 2025
49ers Roster Moves: K Greg Joseph released, CB Fabian Moreau signed

The San Francisco 49ers made a series of roster moves this week, including releasing kicker Greg Joseph, who was battling for a roster spot.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Aug 5, 2025
Pirates aim to maintain perfect record against Giants

The San Francisco Giants will be back in action on Tuesday night as Logan Webb takes the mound against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Aug 5, 2025
Nationals, A’s intent on getting on track in series opener

American League Rookie and Player of the Month Nick Kurtz's Athletics have arrived in Washington D.C. to face the sliding Washington Nationals.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Aug 5, 2025
Pirates pull off ninth-inning comeback to beat Giants

The San Francisco Giants let a ninth inning lead slip away against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday night at PNC Park in Pittsburgh.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Aug 4, 2025
Kurtz’s rare AL Player & Rookie of the Month honor puts him in rare company

Athletics rookie first baseman Nick Kurtz has placed himself in rare company by winning the American League Rookie & Player of the month awards.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Aug 4, 2025
A’s 1B Nick Kurtz named AL Rookie AND Player of the Month for July

Athletics rookie first baseman Nick Kurtz has been named American League Player AND Rookie of the Month for his performance in July.
UC DAVIS | Aug 4, 2025
UC Davis Football Holds First Scrimmage Of Fall Camp

UC Davis football strapped it up and welcomed officials to Shredville for the first full scrimmage of fall camp under clear skies and the California sun.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Aug 4, 2025
49ers Sign WR Robbie Chosen; Release WR Marquez Callaway

The San Francisco 49ers announced that the team has signed nine-year veteran wide receiver Robbie Chosen to a one year-deal.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Aug 4, 2025
Raiders S Lonnie Johnson Jr. suffers broken fibula

Las Vegas Raiders safety Lonnie Johnson Jr., was carted off the field during Saturday’s practice at Allegiant Stadium with a broken fibula.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Aug 4, 2025
Pirates’ Johan Oviedo set to return from 2-year absence to face Giants

Justin Verlander will take the mound on Monday as the San Francisco Giants begin a series against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Aug 4, 2025
Diamondbacks top A’s with balanced attack, snap post-deadline skid

The Athletics dropped the final two games of a three-game set against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Aug 4, 2025
Giants top Mets for much-needed victory

The San Francisco Giants used a big day from Rafael Devers on Sunday to lift them past the New York Mets in the rubber game of the series.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Aug 1, 2025
DeMarcus Cousins thinks he should have his jersey retired by the Kings

Former Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins thinks he should have his #15 jersey retired by the franchise, adding he 'earned his stripes.'
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Aug 1, 2025
Shanahan: Taylor Jr. emerging as backup RB option behind CMC

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan met with the media following practice to share updates on the backup RB role and much more.
UC DAVIS | Aug 1, 2025
UC Davis’ Rex Connors Lands On Buck Buchanan Award Preseason Watch List

For the second straight season, UC Davis football's Rex Connors has been named to the 2025 Buck Buchanan Award Preseason Watch List.
NFL | Aug 1, 2025
Former Sac State RB Cam Skattebo flashing potential at Giants training camp

Former Sacramento State & Arizona State running back Cam Skattebo is turning heads at his first NFL training camp with the New York Giants.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Aug 1, 2025
49ers Roster Moves: Abdullah, Bradley & more

The San Francisco 49ers announced a series of roster moves, including signings and cuts as they navigate through training camp.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Aug 1, 2025
Giants hope for revenge as they visit Mets

The San Francisco Giants will look to snap a six-game losing streak on Friday when they open up a series against the New York Mets in NYC.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Aug 1, 2025
A’s, D-Backs aim to regroup ahead of series opener

The Athletics and Arizona Diamondbacks will meet in West Sacramento this weekend following a trade deadline that featured several changes.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 31, 2025
Giants trade outfielder Mike Yastrzemski to KC Royals

The San Francisco Giants have traded veteran outfielder Mike Yastrzemski to the Kansas City Royals, per multiple reports.
MLB | Jul 31, 2025
SF Giants trade All-Star reliever Camilo Doval to Yankees

The San Francisco Giants have traded All-Star relief pitcher Camilo Doval to the New York Yankees, per YES Network's Jack Curry.
MLB | Jul 31, 2025
A’s trade 3B/OF Miguel Andujar to Reds

The Athletics have traded right-handed hitting outfielder and designated hitter Miguel Andujar to the Cincinnati Reds.