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 GIANTS | Apr 11, 2025
Surging Giants set to face Yankees at Yankee Stadium

Fresh off a successful opening homestand, the San Francisco Giants will face the slugging New York Yankees in the Bronx, New York.
NBA | Apr 10, 2025
Kings, Mavs locked into 9th vs. 10th seed Play-In showdown

The Sacramento Kings will officially face the Dallas Mavericks in the single-elimination NBA Play In Tournament next week. Will they host?
SACRAMENTO STATE BASKETBALL | Apr 10, 2025
Shaquille O’Neal’s son, Shaqir, commits to Sacramento State

Shaqir O'Neal, son of NBA Hall of Fame center Shaquille O'Neal, has commited to Sacramento State for the 2025-26 season.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Apr 10, 2025
Mike Yastrzemski climbs to 4th on all-time Splash Hit list

San Francisco Giants outfielder Mike Yastrzemski sent a walk-off homer into McCovey Cove this week, moving him into 4th on the Splash Hit list.
NBA | Apr 10, 2025
Sam Amick on what led to the Nuggets’ firing of Michael Malone

The Athletic's Sam Amick joined Dave & Jason to lay out what went on behind the scenes in Denver that led to the firing of Michael Malone.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Apr 10, 2025
Yastrzemski’s 10th-inning blast lifts Giants over Reds

Mike Yastrzemski put the finishing touches on the San Francisco Giants' comeback win over the Reds on Wednesday as SF improved to 9-3.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Apr 10, 2025
A’s fall short to Padres in series finale

The Athletics fell short to the San Diego Padres in Wednesday's series finale at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 9, 2025
Jokic, Nuggets outlast red-hot Kings’ three-point shooting

The Sacramento Kings caught fire from deep, but it wouldn't be enough on Wednesday night as they dropped a game to the Denver Nuggets.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 9, 2025
Malik Monk (calf) out at least two weeks, to miss Play-In

Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (calf strain) will be re-evaluated in two weeks, meaning he will miss next week's Play-In Tournament.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 9, 2025
How the Kings can clinch homecourt in the Play-In

The Sacramento Kings currently control their own destiny when it comes to hosting the ninth vs. tenth seed Play In game. Here's how they can do it.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 9, 2025
Kings face Malone-less Nuggets as regular season winds down

Following their decision to fire head coach Michael Malone, the Denver Nuggets will face the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night at G1C.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Apr 9, 2025
Reports: Raiders cut CB Jack Jones after failing to trade him

The Las Vegas Raiders released veteran cornerback Jack Jones over the weekend, according to multiple reports.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Apr 9, 2025
Giants seek bounce-back chance in finale vs. Reds

Justin Verlander will take the ball for the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday in a series finale against the Cincinnati Reds at Oracle Park.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Apr 9, 2025
A’s erupt early, rout Padres for first win in Sacramento

The Athletics mashed 13 hits and drove in 10 runs during Tuesday's win over the San Diego Padres to claim their first win at Sutter Health Park.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Apr 8, 2025
A’s fall to 0-4 at Sutter Health Park

The Athletics are now 0-4 at Sutter Health Park in Sacramento following Monday's series-opening loss to the San Diego Padres.
NBA | Apr 7, 2025
Western Conference Standings Update: The finish line has arrived

As we enter the final week of the NBA regular season, the Western Conference standings are a mess. Here's where things currently stand.
SACRAMENTO RIVER CATS | Apr 7, 2025
River Cats pitcher Carson Seymour Tabbed PCL Pitcher of the Week

Sacramento River Cats right-handed pitcher Carson Seymour was named the Pacific Coast League Pitcher of the Week for April 1-6th.
UC DAVIS | Apr 7, 2025
UC Davis football opens Spring Practice

UC Davis football officially opened spring practice with its first session of the month as the Aggies turn the page from 2024 to 2025.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 7, 2025
Stockton Kings advance to NBA G League Finals

Mason Jones (38 points) and the Stockton Kings have advanced to the NBA G League Finals, where they will face Mac McClung and the Magic.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 7, 2025
DeMar DeRozan passes Jerry West on the NBA’s All-Time scoring list

Sacramento Kings forward DeMar DeRozan continues to make history, this time by passing the logo himself--Jerry West--on the NBA scoring list.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Apr 7, 2025
Giants take 7-game win streak into Opening Day rematch vs. Reds

Logan Webb and the San Francisco Giants will look to secure an eighth straight win on Monday night when they face the Reds at Oracle Park.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Apr 7, 2025
Hot Padres out to take advantage of A’s hitter-friendly park

The Fernando Tatis Jr. and the red-hot San Diego Padres will arrive at Sutter Health Park on Monday to face the Athletics in Sacramento.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 7, 2025
Kings look to carry momentum into meeting vs. Pistons

The Sacramento Kings will look to close a six-game road trip with their third straight win when they face the Detroit Pistons on Monday night.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Apr 7, 2025
Giants walk off Mariners for seventh straight win

The San Francisco Giants are off to their best nine-game start in over 20 years following Sunday's walk-off win over the Seattle Mariners.