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

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.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 2, 2025
Diamondbacks blast 4 homers to beat Giants as slide continues

The San Francisco Giants surrendered four home runs on Tuesday in Arizona as they continue to spiral in the National League West standings.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jul 2, 2025
10th-inning sacrifice fly lifts Athletics over Rays

The Athletics secured a 10th inning win over the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday night that put them in position to complete a series sweep.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jul 1, 2025
Sacramento Kings to sign veteran PG Dennis Schröder

The Sacramento Kings have reached an agreement with free agent point guard Dennis Schröder, who is set to fill the team's vacant starting PG role.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jul 1, 2025
Report: Kings, Pistons could complete sign-and-trade for Malik Monk

While the Sacramento Kings may have reached an agreement with Dennis Schröder, reports indicate that a sign-and-trade with Detroit is possible.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 1, 2025
SF Giants’ Eldridge, Whisenhunt Selected to 2025 All-Star Futures Game

Bryce Eldridge and Carson Whisenhunt, the top-two prospects in the San Francisco Giants organization, have been named to the MLB Futures Game
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 1, 2025
Birdsong, Giants seek much-needed win vs. D-Backs

Hayden Birdsong and the San Francisco Giants will look to secure a much-needed win against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday night.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jul 1, 2025
Jeffrey Springs, A’s hope to continue cooling down Rays

Left-hander Jeffrey Springs will take the mound on Tuesday as the Athletics look to take the series from the Tampa Bay Rays.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jul 1, 2025
Giants continue to slide, drop opener to D-Backs

The San Francisco Giants continue to slide, as they dropped Monday's series-opener against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jul 1, 2025
Athletics C Shea Langeliers (oblique) homers in return from IL

The Athletics activated catcher Shea Langeliers from the injured list on Monday, and the power-hitting backstop came through against Tampa Bay.
NBA | Jun 30, 2025
NBA Free Agency begins: Everything you need to know

The NBA free agency period will begin on Monday afternoon. Here's everything you need to know before the fireworks ignite around the league.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jun 30, 2025
Giants host Diamondbacks, try to put frustrations behind them

The San Francisco Giants will begin a four-game series with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday as they seek a much-needed win.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jun 30, 2025
Report: 49ers CB Deommodore Lenoir arrested in L.A.

San Francisco 49ers cornerback Deommodore Lenoir was arrested in Los Angeles on Thursday night on a charge of obstruction of justice.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jun 30, 2025
Rays aim to take advantage of visit from skidding Athletics

The Athletics will begin a three-game series against the surging Tampa Bay Rays on Monday night at Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, Florida.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jun 30, 2025
Report: Kings expected to sign Schröder, eyeing Westbrook

NBA free agency begins on Monday afternoon, and the Sacramento Kings are eyeing several options to fill their vacancy at starting point guard.