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 | Oct 15, 2024
Kings seek bounce-back performance vs. Jazz as preseason continues

The Sacramento Kings will continue its preseason schedule on Tuesday night when they face the Utah Jazz in Salt Lake City.
NFL | Oct 15, 2024
Is it time for the Las Vegas Raiders to move into a rebuild?

Is it time for the Las Vegas Raiders to move into a rebuild? Former NFL QB Sean Salisbury joined Dave & Jason to discuss the possibility.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 15, 2024
Where the Sacramento Kings roster stands following the Jalen McDaniels trade

Here's an updated look at the Sacramento Kings roster for the 2024-25 season following the recent Jalen McDaniels trade.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Oct 15, 2024
Las Vegas Raiders star WR Davante Adams traded to New York Jets

The Las Vegas Raiders have traded star wide receiver Davante Adams to the New York Jets, per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 14, 2024
Mike Brown on Kings’ loss to Blazers: ‘They played harder than us.’

Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown spoke to the media following Sunday's ugly preseason loss to the Portland Trail Blazers.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 14, 2024
Super Bowl LVIII rematch: Looking ahead to 49ers vs. Chiefs

The Athletics's Matt Barrows joined Jason Ross to talk all things San Francisco 49ers & look ahead to this weekend's matchup vs. the Chiefs.
MLB | Oct 14, 2024
MLB Playoff Roundup: ALCS & NLCS matchups take center stage

The 2024 MLB Playoffs have reached the next stage as the ALCS and NLCS series begin this week. Here's what you need to know:
UC DAVIS | Oct 14, 2024
UC Davis cruises to sixth straight win, improves to 6-1

UC Davis football continues to roll, this time by way of a 56-10 win over Cal Poly over the weekend to improve to 6-1 on the season.
NFL | Oct 14, 2024
Listen to Bills vs. Jets on Sactown Sports 1140 AM

Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills will face Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets on Monday Night Football. Listen to the action right here!
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 13, 2024
Turnovers & shooting woes doom Kings in preseason loss to Blazers

The Sacramento Kings continued its preseason on Sunday afternoon against the Portland Trail Blazers at Golden 1 Center.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 11, 2024
Greg Papa recaps a much-needed 49ers win over the Seahawks

Greg Papa joined Carmichael Dave & Jason Ross to recap the San Francisco 49ers bounce-back win over the Seattle Seahawks.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 11, 2024
Preview: Kings continue preseason with another matchup vs. Warriors

The Sacramento Kings will continue its preseason slate on Friday night against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center.
NFL | Oct 11, 2024
Fantasy Football Tips for Week 6: Start or sit, waiver wire options & more

CBS Sports' Fantasy Football expert Dave Richard shares his players to watch for in Week 6 talks waiver wire targets, and much more!
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 10, 2024
De’Aaron Fox calls playing with DeMar DeRozan ‘a joy’

Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox had only positive things to say about his first preseason game with new teammate DeMar DeRozan.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 9, 2024
DeMar DeRozan looks strong in Kings preseason debut vs. Warriors

DeMar DeRozan scored 15 points over 15 minutes in his Sacramento Kings preseason debut vs. the Warriors in front of a packed Golden 1 Center.
SACRAMENTO STATE FOOTBALL | Oct 9, 2024
Stingers Up Podcast: Sacramento State football prepares for Big Sky opener

On the latest edition of Stingers Up, Jason Ross previews the Sacramento State football Big Sky opener vs. Eastern Washington.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 9, 2024
Where the Kings stand in this year’s NBA GM Survey

The results of the 2024-25 NBA GM Survey were released this week. Here's what NBA GM's think of the Sacramento Kings.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 9, 2024
Preview: Kings begin preseason against Curry, Warriors

Preseason basketball has arrived as the Sacramento Kings and Golden State Warriors will face off at Golden 1 Center on Wednesday night.
UC DAVIS | Oct 9, 2024
UC Davis eyes 6-1 start, top-five FCS ranking

UC Davis football head coach Tim Plough joined Carmichael Dave and Jason Ross to recap the Aggies' comeback win over Portland State & more!
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 9, 2024
Full Sacramento Kings 2024-25 preseason schedule

Here's the full Sacramento Kings preseason schedule for 2024-25 with broadcast information and much more as NBA basketball returns!
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 8, 2024
Matt Barrows on how the 49ers are trying ‘figure themselves out’

The Athletic's Matt Barrows joined Carmichael Dave and Jason Ross to share his thoughts on the San Francisco 49ers amid another tough loss.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 8, 2024
Former NFL QB on the 49ers: ‘They’re going to be fine.’

Former NFL QB Sean Salisbury says it is not time to bury the San Francisco 49ers amid their rough start to the season.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Oct 8, 2024
Report: SF Giants could look to sign Willy Adames this offseason

According to one MLB insider, the San Francisco Giants could pose as a threat to land free agent shortstop Willy Adames this offseason.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 8, 2024
WATCH: Sneak peek of Netflix’s ‘Starting 5,’ starring Domantas Sabonis

Netflix has dropped a sneak peek for Starting 5, a docuseries that will star Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis.