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

ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jul 14, 2025
A’s Select LHP Jamie Arnold in First Round of 2025 MLB Draft

The Athletics selected Florida State left-handed pitcher Jamie Arnold with the 11th pick of the first round of the 2025 First-Year Player Draft.
MLB | Jul 14, 2025
2025 MLB Home Run Derby: Who’s in it?

The 2025 MLB Home Run Derby will take place on Monday night in Atlanta. Along with A's slugger Brent Rooker, here's who will be in the field.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jul 14, 2025
A’s option 2B Zack Gelof to AAA Las Vegas

The Athletics made a set of roster moves before heading into the All-Star break, including optioning second baseman Zack Gelof to AAA Las Vegas.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jul 14, 2025
Athletics smack three HRs to take down Blue Jays

The Athletics concluded the first half of the 2025 regular season on a high note by securing a series win over the Toronto Blue Jays in Sacramento.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 14, 2025
Dodgers’ two-out rally puts away rival Giants in extras

The San Francisco Giants ended the first half of the 2025 regular season with a loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in extra innings.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jul 12, 2025
Carter redeems himself in second Summer League showing

Sacramento Kings guard Devin Carter put on a show during Saturday night's Summer League win over the Chicago Bulls in Las Vegas.
UC DAVIS | Jul 11, 2025
UC Davis Football Announces Home Game Start Times

UC Davis football announced today the start times for its five 2025 home games, as another exciting season is just about ready to get underway.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jul 11, 2025
49ers WR Demarcus Robinson gets probation in DUI case

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Demarcus Robinson was sentenced to three years probation after pleading no contest to misdemeanor DUI.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jul 11, 2025
Athletics to face red-hot Blue Jays in Sacramento

The surging Toronto Blue Jays will arrive in West Sacramento on Friday to begin a three-game set against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 11, 2025
Dodgers take six-game skid into showdown with rival Giants

Logan Webb and the San Francisco Giants will open up a three-game series against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Oracle Park on Friday night.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jul 11, 2025
Tyler Soderstrom’s 4 RBIs lead A’s past Braves in 11

Tyler Soderstrom drove in four runs to help lead the Athletics to a walk-off win over the Atlanta Braves on Thursday night in Sacramento.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jul 10, 2025
Raynaud, Clifford make strong first impressions in Kings Summer League opener

Sacramento Kings rookie center Maxime Raynaud stole the show on Thursday as the Beam Team started Las Vegas Summer League with a W.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jul 10, 2025
A’s DH Brent Rooker to Compete in 2025 Home Run Derby

Athletics All-Star designated hitter Brent Rooker has joined the list of participants for the 2025 Home Run Derby in Atlanta, Georgia.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jul 10, 2025
Sam Amick on the futures of two NBA megastars

Sam Amick joined Jason Ross to talk all things NBA, from Summer League to the murky futures of Giannis Antetokounmpo & Nikola Jokic.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jul 10, 2025
NBA Summer League: Sacramento Kings roster & schedule

The Sacramento Kings have arrived in Nevada for the NBA's Las Vegas Summer League. Here's a look at their full schedule, roster and more.
SACRAMENTO REPUBLIC FC | Jul 10, 2025
Republic FC Inks Danny Vitiello and Jared Timmer to New Multi-Year Contracts

Sacramento Republic FC has reached agreements with goalkeeper Danny Vitiello and defender Jared Timmer on new multi-year contracts.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jul 10, 2025
More big blasts might be in store as A’s, Braves wrap up series

The Athletics and Atlanta Braves will conclude a three-game series on Thursday night when the two teams meet at Sutter Health Park.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jul 10, 2025
Ronald Acuna Jr. homers twice, Braves hammer A’s

Ronald Acuna Jr. returned to the lineup and mashed two home runs during the Atlanta Braves' win over the Athletics in Sacramento on Wednesday.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 10, 2025
Bryce Harper helps Phillies steamroll Giants, 13-0

Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper put on a show during a 13-0 win over the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday afternoon at Oracle Park.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jul 9, 2025
2025 NBA Cup Groups revealed: Who will the Kings play?

The groups for the 2025 NBA Cup have been revealed. Here's who the Sacramento Kings will face in group play this fall, broadcast info & more.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jul 9, 2025
What to watch for in Las Vegas Summer League: Sacramento Kings

The Sacramento Kings will begin Las Vegas Summer League this week. Here's what to watch for as the Beam Team returns to action in the desert.
SACRAMENTO REPUBLIC FC | Jul 9, 2025
Season-high three Republic FC players named to USL Team of the Week

Three Sacramento Republic FC players have been named to the USL's Team of the Week for their contributions during Weeks 17 and 18.
MLB | Jul 9, 2025
Braves hope for Ronald Acuna Jr.’s return vs. Athletics

The Atlanta Braves are sliding in the standings, and they could use the return of star OF Ronald Acuna Jr. in West Sacramento vs. the Athletics.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 9, 2025
Giants seek to ride momentum of wild walk-off win vs. Phillies

The San Francisco Giants will look to complete a series sweep of the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday afternoon at Oracle Park.