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 | 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.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jul 31, 2025
Sam Amick on the Kings’ pursuit of Kuminga & Westbrook

Sam Amick joined Dave & Jason to share his intel on the Sacramento Kings chase of free agent forward Jonathan Kuminga & much more.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jul 31, 2025
A’s trade All-Star closer Mason Miller, starter JP Sears to Padres

The Athletics have traded All-Star closer Mason Miller to the San Diego Padres, as well as starting pitcher JP Sears, per ESPN's Jeff Passan.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Jul 31, 2025
Report: Raiders LT Kolton Miller agrees to 3-year, $66M extension

Las Vegas Raiders starting left tackle Kolton Miller agreed to a contract extension, the team announced late Wednesday night.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 31, 2025
NL Wild Card Race: Where the SF Giants stand at the trade deadline

The MLB trade deadline has set a few teams up to make a run in the NL Wild Card standings. Are the San Francisco Giants one of those teams?
NFL | Jul 31, 2025
2025 Hall of Fame Game: Listen on Sactown Sports 1140

The NFL preseason gets underway on Thursday night as the Detroit Lions face the Los Angeles Chargers in the Hall of Fame Game in Canton.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jul 31, 2025
Miguel Andujar homers twice to lead A’s in win over Mariners

Miguel Andujar mashed two home runs as the Athletics completed a series win over the Seattle Mariners in Sacramento on Wednesday night.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 31, 2025
Pirates edge Giants in 10 innings for fifth straight win

The San Francisco Giants are stumbling into the trade deadline following a three-game sweep at the hands of the Pittsburgh Pirates.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jul 30, 2025
Sacramento Kings sign Daeqwon Plowden to two-way contract

The Sacramento Kings have signed guard Daeqwon Plowden to a two-way contract for the 2025-26 season, per HoopsHype's Michael Scotto.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 30, 2025
SF Giants trade Tyler Rogers to New York Mets

The San Francisco Giants have traded relief pitcher Tyler Rogers to the New York Mets ahead of Thursday's MLB trade deadline.
MLB | Jul 30, 2025
2025 MLB Trade Deadline: What you need to know

The 2025 MLB trade deadline has arrived. Will the San Francisco Giants buy or sell? Will the A's move Mason Miller? Answers are on the way!
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jul 30, 2025
Report: Kuminga declining Warriors offers, more interested in Kings & Suns

Restricted free agent forward Jonathan Kuminga continue to display a disinterest in reuniting with Golden State as Sacramento & Phoenix lurk.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jul 30, 2025
Kubiak: Mac Jones has been ‘impressive’ in training camp

San Francisco offensive coordinator Klay Kubiak met with the media following Tuesday's training camp session to highlight several topics.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jul 30, 2025
49ers Sign DL Allen To One-Year Deal; Place DL Jackson on IR

The San Francisco 49ers today announced they have signed DL Jaylon Allen to a one-year deal. The team also placed DL Tarron Jackson on the IR.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jul 30, 2025
Athletics Injury Updates: Wilson, Muncy & more

The Athletics have placed All-Star shortstop Jacob Wilson on the injured list due to a fractured forearm. Here are more injury updates for the A's.