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

SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | May 30, 2025
San Francisco 49ers announce series of roster moves

The San Francisco 49ers announced a series of roster moves as OTAs get underway, including the addition of a new punter.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | May 30, 2025
Reeling Athletics look to stop bleeding in Toronto

The Athletics have lost 14 of their past 15 games, meaning they could really use a boost this weekend against the Toronto Blue Jays.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | May 30, 2025
Giants in search of offense against error-prone Marlins

The San Francisco Giants will begin a three-game set against the Miami Marlins in Florida on Friday as they seek a boost in run support.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | May 30, 2025
Eight-run second inning propels Blue Jays past Athletics

The Athletics continue to nosedive in the American League West standings after suffering a 12-0 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays on Thursday.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | May 29, 2025
No California Classic for the Kings in 2025, but what about 2026?

The Sacramento Kings will not participate in this year's California Classic, but don't worry--the summer classic will return sooner than you think.
NBA | May 29, 2025
Sam Amick on the rise of OKC & a look back at the Kings-Pacers trade

The Athletic's Sam Amick joined Carmichael Dave to discuss the rise of Tyrese Haliburton following his trade from Sacramento to Indiana.
SACRAMENTO REPUBLIC FC | May 29, 2025
Republic FC Midfielder Blake Willey Called Up to U.S. U-18 Men’s National Team

Sacramento Republic FC midfielder Blake Willey has been selected to the United States' U-18 Men’s National Team roster.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | May 29, 2025
Athletics arrive in Toronto for four-game set with Blue Jays

The struggling Athletics will arrive in Toronto on Thursday evening as they begin a four-game series against the Blue Jays.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | May 29, 2025
Veteran P Thomas Morstead signing with 49ers

Veteran punter Thomas Morstead apparently is signing with the San Francisco 49ers, according to a post on socials from the one-time Pro Bowler.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | May 29, 2025
A’s fall short to Astros, drop two-game set

The Athletics fell short to the Houston Astros on Wednesday, dropping a two-game set that has moved the A's 10 games under the .500 mark.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | May 29, 2025
Four-run fifth inning fuels Tigers to sweep of Giants

The San Francisco Giants let a 3-0 lead slip away on Wednesday as the Detroit Tigers stormed back to complete a three-game sweep.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | May 28, 2025
On This Date: Mike Bibby hits ‘The Shot’

23 years ago today, Mike Bibby hit the biggest shot in Sacramento Kings history during a WCF Game 5 win over the Los Angeles Lakers at ARCO.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | May 28, 2025
A’s option Otañez to Las Vegas, activate Sean Newcomb

Left-handed pitcher Sean Newcomb, who was acquired from Boston for cash considerations, has been added to the Athletics 26-man roster.
NFL | May 28, 2025
Roger Goodell: USA Football will select Olympic flag football rosters, not NFL

The NFL has approved players to participate in the 2028 Summer Olympic flag football tournament in Los Angeles, but they won't choose the roster.
UC DAVIS | May 28, 2025
Former UC Davis Standouts Lapsley, Glasser Named to USL League One Team of the Week

Two former UC Davis men's soccer stars earned USL League One Team of the Week honors for their standout performances in Week 12.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | May 28, 2025
Severino, McCullers set for showdown in A’s vs. Astros

Athletics ace Luis Severino will take the mound on Wednesday as the A's look to overcome Lance McCullers Jr. and the Houston Astros.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | May 28, 2025
Giants’ Landen Roupp, riding scoreless streak, opposes Tigers

San Francisco Giants right-hander Landon Roupp will take the ball on Wednesday hoping to avoid a series sweep against the Detroit Tigers.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | May 27, 2025
Report: Kings have interest in trading for Jrue Holiday

According to ClutchPoints' Brett Siegel, the Sacramento Kings are interested in acquiring Boston Celtics point guard Jrue Holiday this offseason.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | May 27, 2025
Raiders make AJ Cole highest-paid punter in NFL

The Las Vegas Raiders have signed AJ Cole to a four-year, $15.8 million extension to make him the highest-paid punter in the NFL.
NFL | May 27, 2025
Aaron Rodgers offers hint at joining Steelers in jab at Bears

Star quarterback Aaron Rodgers may have tipped his hand as to the identity of his next NFL employer--and it won't be the Chicago Bears.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | May 27, 2025
SF Giants look to get back on track against Flaherty, Tigers

Logan Webb & the San Francisco Giants will face off with Jack Flaherty & the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday afternoon at Comerica Park.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | May 27, 2025
Athletics to begin series against AL West-rival Astros

JP Sears and the Athletics--fresh off of snapping a lengthy losing streak--have arrived in Texas for a showdown with the Houston Astros.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | May 27, 2025
Giants fall short to Tigers in series-opener

The San Francisco Giants couldn't complete the comeback in the ninth inning of Monday's series-opening loss to the Detroit Tigers.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Apr 25, 2025
Mason Miller shares his first impressions of playing in Sacramento

Athletics star closer Mason Miller joined Carmichael Dave and Jason Ross to share his first impressions of Sutter Health Park in Sacramento.