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 | Dec 9, 2024
Former Giants OF Michael Conforto reaches deal with Dodgers

Former San Francisco Giants outfielder Michael Conforto has signed a one-year, $17 million deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers, per ESPN.
UC DAVIS | Dec 9, 2024
UC Davis runs past Illinois State, advances To NCAA FCS Playoff Quarterfinals

UC Davis football continues to roll, advancing past Illinois State into the second round of the FCS Playoffs.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 8, 2024
Huerter leads red-hot Kings offense to blowout win over Jazz

The Sacramento Kings secured back-to-back wins for the first time in over a month thanks to a blowout win over the Utah Jazz on Sunday night.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Dec 7, 2024
Giants sign SS Willy Adames to largest deal in franchise history

The San Francisco Giants have reached an agreement with free agent shortstop Willy Adames on a record-breaking $182 million contract.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Dec 6, 2024
Luis Severino on joining the A’s, impressions of Sacramento

New A's pitcher Luis Severino met with the media for the first time in Sacramento after making his new deal official.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 6, 2024
Greg Papa on the 49ers’ playoff hopes: ‘They aren’t dead yet’

San Francisco 49ers radio voice Greg Papa says he isn't ready to rule the red and gold out of the postseason chase.
SACRAMENTO STATE FOOTBALL | Dec 6, 2024
Sacramento State football coach Andy Thompson steps down from position

Sacramento State football head coach Andy Thompson is leaving his role to join old friend Troy Taylor at Stanford.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 6, 2024
Shorthanded 49ers to face sliding Bears at Levi’s Stadium

The injury-plagued San Francisco 49ers will look to get back in the W column this weekend against the Chicago Bears.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 6, 2024
NFL releases list of Walter Payton Award nominees

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Curtis Robinson has been named as a finalist for this year's Walter Payton Award.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Dec 6, 2024
A’s get key approvals for Las Vegas stadium

The Las Vegas stadium authority approved a trio of agreements needed to greenlight construction on the A’s new Las Vegas ballpark.
NFL | Dec 6, 2024
Fantasy Football Tips for Week 13: Start or sit, waiver wire options & more

CBS Sports' Fantasy Football expert Dave Richard shares his players to watch for in Week 13, talks waiver wire targets, and much more!
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Dec 5, 2024
A’s announce date to purchase 2025 season tickets

The Athletic have announced that season tickets for the 2025 season at Sutter Health Park will go on sale Monday, December 9th.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Dec 5, 2024
A’s sign Luis Severino to largest guaranteed deal in franchise history

The Athletics have signed free agent pitcher Luis Severino to a three-year, $67 million per ESPN's Jeff Passan.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 5, 2024
Sam Amick on the Kings: ‘It’s pretty tight in the building.’

Could the Sacramento Kings make internal changes if they continue to struggle? The Athletic's Sam Amick joined Dave & Jason to talk about it.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 5, 2024
Rod Brooks on Brock Purdy’s importance to the 49ers success

San Francisco 49ers insider Rod Brooks joined The Drive Guys to discuss where the red and gold go from here as a rough 2024 season continues.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 4, 2024
Christian McCaffrey shares message to 49ers fans

San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey shared a heartfelt message on social media after being ruled out for the rest of the year.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 4, 2024
Isaac Jones on his journey from undrafted free agent to Kings role player

Sacramento Kings forward Isaac Jones joined Allen Stiles to discuss his first month as an NBA player after going undrafted in the summer.
UC DAVIS | Dec 4, 2024
UC Davis kicker Hunter Ridley named Fred Mitchell Award finalist

UC Davis football junior kicker Hunter Ridley has been named a Fred Mitchell Award finalist ahead of Saturday's FCS Playoff game.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Dec 4, 2024
U.S. Bank says John Fisher can afford pricey new A’s stadium

U.S. Bank senior vice president Stephen Vogel says A's owner John Fisher can afford the planned new $1.7 billion Las Vegas ballpark.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 4, 2024
Kayte Christensen on Malik Monk’s effectiveness as a starter

Sacramento Kings broadcaster Kayte Christensen joined Dave & Jason to recap an impressive win over the Houston Rockets.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 4, 2024
Two games added to Sacramento Kings schedule

Two games have been added to the Sacramento Kings schedule as the dust settles around the NBA Cup group play stage.
SACRAMENTO REPUBLIC FC | Dec 4, 2024
Rodrigo Lopez to return for seventh season with Republic FC

Sacramento Republic FC announced this week that fan-favorite Rodrigo Lopez will return for his seventh season with the club.
UC DAVIS | Dec 4, 2024
UC Davis prepares for FCS Playoffs vs. Illinois State

UC Davis football head coach Tim Plough joined Carmichael Dave & Jason Ross to preview the FCS Playoff matchup vs. Illinois State.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 3, 2024
Facing adversity, Kings knock off Rockets

The Sacramento Kings snapped a four-game home skid in impressive fashion on Tuesday, defeating the second-seed Houston Rockets.