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 3, 2025
A’s lose to Twins; have lost 18 of their past 19 games

The Athletics continue to spiral, having lost 18 of their past 19 games following Monday's loss to the Minnesota Twins at Sutter Health Park.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jun 2, 2025
NBA Free Agency: Which Kings players are hitting the market?

With NBA free agency set to begin at the end of June, here is a list of Sacramento Kings players who will be hitting the open market this month.
UC DAVIS | Jun 2, 2025
Omer Suljanovic to Join UC Davis Men’s Basketball Program

UC Davis basketball has signed Omer Suljanovic, a 6-foot-8 forward from Austria with professional experience in Italy's Serie A2.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jun 2, 2025
A’s 3B/LF Miguel Andujar (oblique) likely heading to IL

Athletics third baseman and left fielder Miguel Andujar (oblique) is likely to hit the injured list after suffering an injury on Sunday in Toronto.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jun 2, 2025
Giants, Padres clash in key divisional series by the Bay

Logan Webb will take the ball for the San Francisco Giants in Monday's series-opener against the San Diego Padres at Oracle Park.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jun 2, 2025
Athletics return to Sacramento searching for answers vs. Twins

Luis Severino will take the mound on Monday night at Sutter Health Park in Sacramento as the Athletics hop to get in the W column vs. the Twins.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jun 2, 2025
Luis Matos helps Giants beat Marlins, end road trip on high note

Luis Matos' three-run home run acted as the difference for the San Francisco Giants during Sunday's 4-2 win over the Miami Marlins.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jun 2, 2025
A’s slide continues as they suffer sweep in Toronto

The Athletics continue to slide, dropping a four-game set in Toronto that concluded with an 8-4 loss on Sunday afternoon against the Blue Jays.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | May 30, 2025
Sacramento Kings to hire Chris Darnell & Mike Miller as assistant coaches

The Sacramento Kings are hiring Chris Darnel & Mike Miller to new head coach Doug Christie's coaching staff for the 2025-26 season.
UC DAVIS | May 30, 2025
UC Davis Football Scheduled For Three Nationally Broadcast Games

UC Davis football announced this week that they have been selected for three nationally televised games during the 2025 regular season.
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.