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

SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 16, 2025
Kings’ 2024-25 season comes to embarrassing end in loss to Mavs

The Sacramento Kings watched their season end in blowout fashion on Wednesday night as they fell to Klay Thompson & the Dallas Mavericks.
NCAA | Apr 16, 2025
2025 NFL Draft position series: Wide receivers

Projecting the right position for Heisman Trophy winner and projected top-five 2025 NFL Draft pick Travis Hunter might not have a wrong answer.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 16, 2025
Kayte Christensen on what the Kings need to do to beat Dallas

Sacramento Kings TV analyst Kayte Christensen joined Dave & Jason to preview the Play-In game against the Dallas Mavericks.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 16, 2025
Kings vs. Mavericks Injury Report: Who’s in & out?

The Sacramento Kings will be without two key pieces for Wednesday's Play-In game, while the Dallas Mavericks will also be without their star.
UC DAVIS | Apr 15, 2025
UC Davis Football defensive line coaching title endowed by The Arp Family Foundation

The UC Davis football defensive line coaching position has been renamed the Jane and Fred Arp Defensive Line Coach.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 15, 2025
Mavericks limping, Kings surging into play-in matchup

The Sacramento Kings & Dallas Mavericks will meet on Wednesday night with a trip to the 8th seed game vs. Memphis on the line.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Apr 15, 2025
Tyler Soderstrom’s 6 RBIs spur A’s blowout of White Sox

Tyler Soderstrom hit two homers and drove in a career-high six run to lead the visiting Athletics to a 12-3 victory over the Chicago White Sox.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Apr 15, 2025
J.T. Realmuto, Bryce Harper slug Phillies past Giants

Justin Verlander is still searching for his first win with the San Francisco Giants following Tuesday's loss to the Philadelphia Phillies.
UC DAVIS | Apr 14, 2025
UC Davis Aggies prep for Spring Game set for April 26th

UC Davis football has begun gearing up for its Spring Game, set for 4 p.m. kickoff on April 26 at UC Davis Health Stadium.
SAN JOSE SHARKS | Apr 14, 2025
Reports: Sharks C Logan Couture to end playing career due to injury

San Jose Sharks captain Logan Couture will announce Tuesday that he cannot continue his NHL career after battling injuries for years.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Apr 14, 2025
Athletics hit the road, face White Sox in Chicago

Athletics left-hander Jeffrey Springs will take the mound on Monday night in Chicago to face the White Sox at Rate Field.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Apr 14, 2025
Giants stay hot, win opener in Philadelphia

The San Francisco Giants battled back from an early deficit to secure a 10-4 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday night.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 14, 2025
Domantas Sabonis secures third-straight rebounding title

Domas stands alone--Sacramento Kings All-NBA center Domantas Sabonis has claimed his third-consecutive NBA rebounding title.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Apr 14, 2025
Giants find a slugger, while Phillies looking for help on offense

Jung Hoo Lee and the San Francisco Giants will look to continue their winning ways on Monday night when they face the Philadelphia Phillies.
NCAA | Apr 14, 2025
2025 NFL Draft position series: Quarterbacks

As the 2025 NFL Draft nears, let's dive into the lengthy list of quarterback prospects that will look the change the fortune of multiple franchises.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Apr 14, 2025
A’s fall to 2-7 at Sutter Health Park

The Athletics are now 2-7 at their new home stadium in West Sacramento following Sunday's series finale loss to the New York Mets.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Apr 14, 2025
Jung Hoo Lee keeps hot start going as Giants downs Yankees

San Francisco Giants outfielder Jung Hoo Lee rocked two home runs during Sunday's series-clinching finale against the New York Yankees.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 13, 2025
Kings clinch 9th seed, set stage for home Play-In game

The Sacramento Kings ended the regular season with a win over Phoenix to clinch the 9th seed, ensuring homecourt in Wednesday's Play-In.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 11, 2025
Kings fall to Clippers, but still hold slim advantage for 9th seed

The Sacramento Kings fell short to the Los Angeles Clippers on Friday night as they will have to wait to clinch the 9th seed in the West standings.
NCAA | Apr 11, 2025
Sacramento State president on the school’s potential jump to the FBS

Sacramento State president Dr. Luke Wood provided updates on the school's plans to join the FBS and build a new football stadium.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Apr 11, 2025
A’s: Groundbreaking on Las Vegas stadium coming this summer

Athletics president Mark Badain says that their planned 33,000-seat, $1.75 billion Las Vegas ballpark will break ground this summer.
NFL | Apr 11, 2025
Roger Goodell discusses playoff re-seeding, Olympic flag football

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell addressed other topics ranging from a proposal to change playoff seeding to flag football in the 2028 Olympics.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 11, 2025
Kings seek homecourt in Play-In, while Clippers hope to remain in top-six

The Sacramento Kings and Los Angeles Clippers will meet on Friday night at Golden 1 Center with postseason implications on the line.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Apr 11, 2025
Soto, Mets arrive at Sutter Health Park to face Athletics

Juan Soto and the New York Mets will face the Athletics at homer-friendly Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento this weekend.