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

NBA | Dec 17, 2024
Postseason feel for Thunder, Bucks in NBA Cup final

The 2024 NBA Cup Final has arrived, as the Milwaukee Bucks will face the Oklahoma City Thunder in Las Vegas on Tuesday night.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 16, 2024
Kings comeback falls short as Nuggets squeak out win

The Sacramento Kings nearly overcame a 23-point deficit during Monday night's one-point loss to the Denver Nuggets at Golden 1 Center.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 16, 2024
How will the 49ers approach Brock Purdy contract talks this offseason?

The Athletic's Matt Barrows joined Carmichael Dave to discuss what the San Francisco 49ers will do with Brock Purdy's contract situation.
UC DAVIS | Dec 16, 2024
UC Davis Athletic Director explains move to Mountain West Conference

Scott Marsh sat down with UC Davis Athletic Director Rocko DeLuca to discuss the school's move to the Mountain West Conference.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 16, 2024
Preview: Kings aim for 4th straight win in matchup with Nuggets

The Sacramento Kings will look to secure a fourth straight win on Monday night when they face NBA MVP Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets.
NCAA | Dec 16, 2024
Andrej Stojakovic sets career-high in Cal win

Cal forward Andrej Stojakovic caught fire over the weekend, scoring a career-high for the Cal Golden Bears.
UC DAVIS | Dec 16, 2024
No. 5 UC Davis falls 35-21 at No. 4 South Dakota in FCS Quarterfinals

The UC Davis football team saw its memorable 2024 season come to an end this weekend in the FCS Playoffs vs. South Dakota.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Dec 16, 2024
A’s Acquire LHPs Jeffrey Springs & Jacob Lopez from Tampa Bay

The Athletics have acquired left-handed pitchers Jeffrey Springs and Jacob Lopez from the Tampa Bay Rays as the offseason rolls on.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 13, 2024
Sean Cunningham on how NBA teams are viewing the Kings ahead of trade season

FOX 40's Sean Cunningham joined Allen Stiles to discuss the recent turn-around from the Sacramento Kings & much more!
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 13, 2024
Domantas Sabonis posts the NBA’s first 30-20 game of the season

Sacramento Kings star center Domantas Sabonis put on a show in New Orleans, scoring 30 points and grabbing 20 rebounds vs. the Pelicans.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 13, 2024
Greg Papa on Brock Purdy’s future extension with the 49ers

San Francisco 49ers broadcaster Greg Papa joined Carmichael Dave & Jason Ross to contemplate what the future holds for the team.
NFL | Dec 13, 2024
Fantasy Football Tips for Week 14: Start or sit, waiver wire options & more

CBS Sports' Fantasy Football expert Dave Richard shares his players to watch for in Week 14, talks waiver wire targets, and much more!
BREAKING NEWS | Dec 12, 2024
Sacramento to host 2025-27 X Games

Sacramento will host the X Games at Cal Expo for the next three years, starting this upcoming summer (August 22-24, 2025).
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Dec 12, 2024
Report: Giants ‘heavy favorites’ for Corbin Burnes

According to USA Today's Bob Nightengale, the San Francisco Giants are 'heavy favorites' for free agent ace Corbin Burnes.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 12, 2024
Preview: Kings seek redemption vs. sliding Pelicans

The Sacramento Kings will look to avenge an 0-6 showing against the New Orleans Pelicans last season when the two meet on Thursday.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 12, 2024
Amick: The Kings have ‘a high level of confidence’ in this core

The Athletic's Sam Amick joined Carmichael Dave & Jason Ross to forecast how active the Sacramento Kings will be this trade season.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 12, 2024
Brooks: The 49ers need Deebo Samuel down the final stretch

San Francisco 49ers insider Rod Brooks joined The Drive Guys to preview a HUGE game against the Los Angeles Rams.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Dec 12, 2024
A’s select pitcher Noah Murdock in Major League Rule 5 Draft

The Athletics added pitcher Noah Murdock during the first round of the MLB Rule 5 Draft at the Winter Meetings in Dallas, Texas.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 11, 2024
Kayte Christensen on how the Monk-Huerter rotation swap has helped the Kings

Sacramento Kings broadcaster Kayte Christensen joined Dave & Jason Ross to discuss how the new-look lineup has helped the Beam Team.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Dec 11, 2024
Report: A’s chased Max Fried before pitcher inked deal with NYY

According to USA Today's Bob Nightengale, the Athletics attempted to sign free agent star Max Fried before the Yankees sealed the deal.
SACRAMENTO REPUBLIC FC | Dec 11, 2024
Sacramento Republic FC re-signs Sebastian Herrera

The Sacramento Republic FC announced this week that the club has re-signed striker Sebastian Herrera for the 2025 season
UC DAVIS | Dec 11, 2024
UC Davis prepares for FCS Playoff matchup vs. South Dakota

UC Davis football head coach Tim Plough joined Carmichael Dave & Jason Ross to preview this weekend's playoff showdown vs. South Dakota.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Dec 11, 2024
Report: SF Giants among most aggressive teams for Corbin Burnes

According to MLB.com's Mark Feinsand, the San Francisco Giants are aggressively pursuing free agent ace Corbin Burnes.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 10, 2024
Doug McDermott on playing in front of Kings fans: ‘Awesome to experience’

Sacramento Kings forward Doug McDermott caught up with Allen Stiles to break down his impressive six-triple performance & more.