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 | Jun 6, 2025
Athletics RHP Michael Kelly reinstated after 1-year betting ban

The Athletics reinstated right-hander Michael Kelly from the suspended list after he completed a one-year ban for betting on baseball games.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jun 6, 2025
Orioles riding 6-game win streak into opener vs. A’s

The Baltimore Orioles, winners of six straight games, have arrived in Sacramento to face the slumping Athletics at Sutter Health Park.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jun 6, 2025
Robbie Ray becomes NL pitcher to 8 wins as Giants edge Padres

Robbie Ray became the first National League pitcher to win eight games as the San Francisco Giants secured a 3-2 win over San Diego.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jun 6, 2025
Tyler Soderstrom’s 2 HRs power A’s to 14-3 blowout of Twins

Tyler Soderstrom mashed two home runs as the Athletics completed a 14-3 win over the Minnesota Twins that snapped a 9-game losing streak.
NBA | Jun 5, 2025
Sam Amick previews the NBA Finals: Is this matchup good for the league?

The 2025 NBA Finals have arrived. Sam Amick, NBA writer for The Athletic, joined Dave & Jason live from OKC to preview all of the action.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jun 5, 2025
Zito, Mulder & Hudson to be inducted into A’s Hall of Fame

Tim Hudson, Mark Mulder & Barry Zito, along with former A's broadcaster Monte Moore, will be inducted into the Athletics Hall of Fame.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jun 5, 2025
A’s look to avoid sweep, snap 9-game losing streak

The Athletics have lost nine straight games (20 of their past 21 games overall) entering Thursday's series finale against Minnesota.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jun 5, 2025
Robbie Ray, Giants look for series split with Padres

NL Pitcher of the Month Robbie Ray will take the ball on Thursday for the San Francisco Giants as they look to split a series with he Padres.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jun 5, 2025
Twins hand struggling Athletics 9th straight loss

The Athletics continue to slide, having lost nine straight games and 20 of their past 21 contests overall following another loss to Minnesota.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jun 5, 2025
Giants overcome 5-run deficit, nip Padres 6-5

The San Francisco Giants finally broke through on offense during a comeback win on Wednesday that saw them erase a 5-0 deficit vs. San Diego.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jun 4, 2025
SF Giants shakeup roster, DFA LaMonte Wade Jr. & sign Dom Smith

The San Francisco Giants have shaken up its roster as they search for a boost on offense by DFA'ing LaMonte Wade Jr. and signing Dom Smith.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jun 4, 2025
Sacramento Kings Free Agent Profile: Markelle Fultz

The Sacramento Kings have plenty of roster decisions to make this summer. Markelle Fultz is an impending free agent. Should the two reunite?
MLB | Jun 4, 2025
Giants promote top prospect Bryce Eldridge to AAA Sacramento

The San Francisco Giants have promoted top prospect, first baseman Bryce Eldridge, to their AAA affiliate, the Sacramento River Cats.
SACRAMENTO REPUBLIC FC | Jun 4, 2025
Sac Republic’s Mazzola & Desmond receive USL Cup Team of the Round Honors

Sacramento Republic FC’s Lee Desmond & Jared Mazzola were named as two of the top 18 players from across the country during USL Cup play.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jun 4, 2025
Giants continue search for missing offense vs. Padres

The San Francisco Giants are looking for answers in the batter's box as they look to snap a 16-game streak with four or less runs on Wednesday.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jun 4, 2025
A’s SS Jacob Wilson Named American League Rookie of the Month

Athletics rookie shortstop Jacob Wilson has been named the American League Rookie of the Month for May--the first A's SS to do so since 2004.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jun 4, 2025
Padres get by Giants in 10th inning–again

The San Francisco Giants failed to capitalize in the clutch during Tuesday night's extra innings loss to the San Diego Padres at Oracle Park.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jun 4, 2025
Twins hit three homers, send A’s to 19th loss in 20 games

The Athletics surrendered 10 runs on Tuesday night as the Minnesota Twins handed the A's their eighth-straight loss, their 19th in 20 games.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jun 3, 2025
Sacramento Kings Free Agent Profile: Doug McDermott

The Sacramento Kings have plenty of roster decisions to make this summer. Doug McDermott is an impending free agent. Should the two reunite?
UC DAVIS | Jun 3, 2025
UC Davis Football Ranked No. 11 In Hero Sports Preseason Top-25 Media Poll

UC Davis football has been ranked No. 11 in the country as part of the 2025 HERO Sports FCS Preseason Top 25 Media Poll.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jun 3, 2025
Athletics roster moves: Hoglund to IL, Bleday returns from AAA

The Athletics made a series of roster moves this week that included recalling OF JJ Bleday from AAA Las Vegas & placing Miguel Andujar on the IL.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jun 3, 2025
SF Giants searching for breakthrough on offense vs. Padres

The San Francisco Giants are in desperate need of an offensive boost during Tuesday night's game against the San Diego Padres at Oracle Park.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jun 3, 2025
A’s aim to get even with Twins, snap seven-game skid

The Athletics, losers of 18 of their past 19 games, will look to halt a seven-game losing streak on Tuesday at Sutter Health Park vs. Minnesota.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jun 3, 2025
Padres get small-ball run in 10th, edge Giants 1-0

Logan Webb delivered eight shutout innings, but the San Francisco Giants failed to score a run during Monday's 1-0 loss to the San Diego Padres.