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 9, 2025
Lawrence Butler homers twice, Nick Kurtz adds slam as Athletics rout Braves

The Athletics delivered a blowout win over the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday night thanks to five home runs from a red-hot offensive attack.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 9, 2025
Giants walk off Phillies on Patrick Bailey’s 3-run, inside-the-park homer

San Francisco Giants catcher Patrick Bailey delivered the rarest of walk-offs by bouncing an inside-the-parker around the Oracle Park warning track.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jul 8, 2025
Kings complete sign-and-trade with Pistons for Dennis Schröder

The Sacramento Kings and Detroit Pistons completed a sign-and-trade that has officially landed guard Dennis Schroder with the Beam Team.
SACRAMENTO STATE FOOTBALL | Jul 8, 2025
After SEC visits, 4-star WR Xavier McDonald picks Sacramento State

Sacramento State football has secured four-star recruit WR Xavier McDonald, who is now the Hornets' highest-ranked recruit in program history.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 8, 2025
River Cats’ Luciano, Teng Sweep PCL Weekly Honors

Marco Luciano was named the PCL Player of the Week and pitcher Kai-Wei Teng is the PCL Pitcher of the Week for games from June 30-July 6.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 8, 2025
Former teammates Robbie Ray, Taijuan Walker face off as Giants host Phillies

Former teammates Robbie Ray and Taijuan Walker will face off on Tuesday night as the San Francisco Giants face the Philadelphia Phillies.
OAKLAND ATHLETICS | Jul 8, 2025
Slumping Braves arrive in Sacramento for matchup with A’s

The Atlanta Braves will take another shot at turning things around when they open a three-game road series against the Athletics in Sacramento.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 8, 2025
Giants score twice in 8th to get by Phillies

The San Francisco Giants scored two runs in the eighth inning of Monday's series-opening win against the Philadelphia Phillies at Oracle Park.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jul 7, 2025
Sean Cunningham on the Kings’ moves thus far–and if more are on the way

KCRA 3's Sean Cunningham joined Jason Ross to share his insights on where things stand with the Sacramento Kings in free agency & more.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jul 7, 2025
Sacramento Kings set Las Vegas Summer League roster

The Sacramento Kings have announced its 2025 NBA Las Vegas Summer League roster. Here's a look at who will be participating in Vegas.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 7, 2025
Three SF Giants pitchers secure spots on NL All-Star roster

Two starting pitchers and one reliever from the San Francisco Giants pitching staff will be taking the mound in next week's MLB All-Star Game.
MLB | Jul 7, 2025
Full 2025 MLB All-Star Game rosters revealed

The full American League and National League rosters for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta, Georgia have been revealed.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jul 7, 2025
A’s DH Brent Rooker named to second-straight All-Star roster

Athletics designated hitter Brent Rooker has been named to the American League All-Star team for the second straight season.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 7, 2025
SF Giants return to Oracle Park for showdown with Phillies

Fresh off a series win over the Athletics in Sacramento, the San Francisco Giants will return home to begin a three-game slate against the Phillies.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 7, 2025
Giants top Athletics to take series in Sacramento

The San Francisco Giants powered their way past the Athletics at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento this weekend to take the series.
MLB | Jul 5, 2025
A’s 1B Nick Kurtz named June’s AL Rookie of the Month

A’s first baseman Nick Kurtz has been named the American League Rookie of the Month for June, following SS Jacob Wilson's May honor.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jul 3, 2025
A’s SS Jacob Wilson Elected Starter for All-Star Game

Jacob Wilson has been elected by the fans as starting shortstop for the American League in the 2025 All-Star Game at Atlanta on July 15.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jul 2, 2025
A look at the updated Sacramento Kings roster as free agency continues

Here's an updated look at where things stand with the Sacramento Kings roster after making a series of signings and one trade to begin free agency.
NFL | Jul 2, 2025
Report: NFLPA won’t discuss 18-game season until ‘at least early 2026’

Per multiple reports, the NFLPA is not expected to negotiate with the NFL on a potential 18-game schedule until “at least early next year.”
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jul 2, 2025
Amick: Keep your eye on Kings in Jonathan Kuminga sweepstakes

The Athletic's Sam Amick joined The Carmichael Dave Show with Jason Ross to talk all things Sacramento Kings as NBA free agency rolls on.
UC DAVIS | Jul 2, 2025
Cyril “CJ” Franklin Jr. to Join UC Davis Men’s Basketball Program

UC Davis men's basketball has added another player to the roster for the upcoming season in Cyril "CJ" Franklin Jr., per head coach Jim Les.
UC DAVIS | Jul 2, 2025
UC Davis product TY Johnson signs with Lakers

UC Davis Aggies men's basketball product and high-scoring guard TY Johnson has joined the Los Angeles Lakers' NBA Summer League roster.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 2, 2025
Giants exercise manager Bob Melvin’s contract for 2026

The San Francisco Giants picked up the 2026 option on manager Bob Melvin’s contract this week, signaling a return for next season.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 2, 2025
SF Giants search for signs of life vs. D-Backs

The San Francisco Giants are in desperate need of a winning effort in Arizona as they continue to slide in the National League West standings.