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

SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jul 28, 2025
Kings continue to show ‘strong interest’ in Russell Westbrook

The Sacramento Kings continue to display a strong level of interest in free agent guard Russell Westbrook. Does the fit make sense for both sides?
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jul 28, 2025
Kyle Shanahan provides injury updates on Jackson, Pearsall & more

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan relayed injury updates to the media following Sunday's training camp session in Santa Clara.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jul 28, 2025
49ers to sign veteran CB Eli Apple

Veteran CB Eli Apple will have a chance to play for his seventh NFL team after agreeing to a one-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jul 28, 2025
49ers DE Tarron Jackson hospitalized after camp collision

San Francisco 49ers defensive end Tarron Jackson was taken to a local hospital for evaluation after a collision during a training camp practice.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 28, 2025
Fresh off recent success, Pirates ready to face struggling Giants

The San Francisco Giants will look to snap a three-game losing streak when the Pittsburgh Pirates arrive at Oracle Park to play a three-game set.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jul 28, 2025
A’s look for youth movement to continue paying off vs. Mariners

Rookie 1B Nick Kurtz and the red-hot Athletics have returned home to Sacramento to face the surging Seattle Mariners at Sutter Health Park.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 28, 2025
Ronny Mauricio (4 hits), Mets sweep series at Giants

The New York Mets rallied in the later inning to complete a comeback win--and three-game sweep--of the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jul 28, 2025
JT Ginn shuts down Astros to complete upset sweep for Athletics

The visiting Athletics completed a stunning four-game sweep of the Houston Astros with a 7-1 victory on Sunday at Daikin Park in Houston.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jul 25, 2025
Robert Saleh: 49ers rookies will be in the mix for starting spots

San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh says some rookies could be in the mix to start when the 2025 regular season begins.
UC DAVIS | Jul 25, 2025
Five Aggies Named FCS Football Central Preseason All-Americans

Five members of the UC Davis football program have been featured on the FCS Football Central Preseason All-American list. Here's the full list.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Jul 25, 2025
Raiders releasing DT Christian Wilkins after 1 season

The Las Vegas Raiders informed Christian Wilkins on Thursday that he will be released, ending the defensive tackle’s time with the team after one injury-shortened season.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jul 25, 2025
A’s pursue second straight win over banged-up Astros

The Astros, who fell 5-2 on Thursday to the Athletics, will try to bounce back when the series continues Friday night in Houston, Texas.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 25, 2025
Rafael Devers, Juan Soto face familiar foes as Mets visit Giants

Rafael Devers will look to carry over his strong performance from Atlanta into this weekend when the San Francisco Giants face the New York Mets.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jul 25, 2025
Athletics pounce on former teammate to put away Astros

Rookie Nick Kurtz recorded his fourth career three-hit game as the visiting Athletics claimed a 5-2 victory over the Houston Astros on Thursday.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jul 24, 2025
Kings GM Scott Perry expects Sacramento to buy-in to new identity

Sacramento Kings general manager Scott Perry joined Carmichael Dave to peel back the curtain on his new mindset in developing a team identity.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jul 24, 2025
49ers’ George Kittle ranked as top-2 TE in NFL

Is San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle a top-two tight end in the NFL? A panel of NFL scouts, media, and more believe he is.
UC DAVIS | Jul 24, 2025
UC Davis Football Single Game Tickets On Sale Now

No. 11 UC Davis football's 2025 season is fast approaching, and with the season opener just 30 days away, single-game tickets are on sale now.
UC DAVIS | Jul 24, 2025
UC Davis Football Wraps Up Fall Camp Day One

No. 11 UC Davis football officially broke ground on its 2025 Fall Camp as the Aggies completed the first of 25 upcoming practices.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jul 24, 2025
Streaking Astros open series against stumbling A’s

Luis Severino will take the ball for the Athletics on Thursday night as the green and gold begin a series against the streaking Houston Astros.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jul 24, 2025
Jon Gray wins in season debut as Rangers sweep Athletics

The Athletics continue to slide following a three-game sweep at the hands of the AL West left-hander Jon Gray and the Texas Rangers.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 24, 2025
Justin Verlander breaks winless slump as Giants down Braves

Justin Verlander picked up his first win of the 2025 season and his first in a San Francisco Giants uniform on Wednesday in Atlanta, Georgia.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jul 23, 2025
Updated Sacramento Kings roster: Dougie McBuckets returns

The Sacramento Kings roster is filling up following the signing of forward Doug McDermott. Here's a look at where things stand with the Beam Team.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jul 23, 2025
Sean Cunningham thinks Nique Clifford’s skillset will translate to the NBA

KCRA 3's Sean Cunningham joined Carmichael Dave to talk all things Sacramento Kings, NBA Summer League, free agency, and much more.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Jul 23, 2025
Reports: S Jamal Adams signing with Las Vegas Raiders

Three-time All-Pro safety Jamal Adams signed with the Las Vegas Raiders, reuniting with former Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll.