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 | 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.
OAKLAND ATHLETICS | Oct 8, 2024
Brent Rooker named finalist for Hank Aaron Award

Oakland Athletics slugger Brent Rooker has been named a finalist for the 2024 Hank Aaron Award. Here are the rest of the nominees.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Oct 7, 2024
Report: Davante Adams trade could happen ‘sooner than later’

According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the Las Vegas Raiders prefer to trade star WR Davante Adams 'sooner than later.'
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 7, 2024
Kings center Orlando Robinson (knee) out at least four weeks

Sacramento Kings center Orlando Robinson will be sidelined for at least four weeks due to an MCL sprain in his left knee.
MLB | Oct 7, 2024
MLB Playoffs Roundup: Where things stand in the ALDS & NLDS

The MLB Playoffs are off and runnings! Where does each ALDS & NLDS team stand following the drama that unfolded over the weekend?
MLB | Oct 7, 2024
Following career season, Brent Rooker undergoes forearm surgery

Although Oakland Athletics slugger Brent Rooker had a career year in 2024, the 29-year-old was apparently playing through an injury.
NFL | Oct 7, 2024
Listen to Chiefs vs. Saints on Sactown Sports 1140 AM

The NFL's lone undefeated team, the Kansas City Chiefs, will face the New Orleans Saints on Monday Night Football.
UC DAVIS | Oct 7, 2024
UC Davis football escapes Portland State with 27-26 win

UC Davis football escaped with a walk-off win on Saturday, beating Portland State 27-26 to secure its fifth straight victory.
SACRAMENTO STATE FOOTBALL | Oct 4, 2024
Stingers Up Podcast: More on the planned Sacramento State stadium

Jason Ross interviews Sacramento State president Dr. Luke Wood about the announced 25,000-seat football stadium.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 4, 2024
Greg Papa previews 49ers vs. Cardinals, talks injuries & more

San Francisco 49ers radio voice Greg Papa joined Jason Ross to preview Sunday's matchup against the Arizona Cardinals.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 4, 2024
Kings exercise fourth-year option on Keegan Murray

The Sacramento Kings have picked up the fourth-year option on forward and former 4th overall pick in the NBA Draft, Keegan Murray.
NFL | Oct 4, 2024
Fantasy Football Tips for Week 5: Start or sit, waiver wire options & more

CBS Sports' Fantasy Football expert Dave Richard shares his players to watch for in Week 5 talks waiver wire targets, and much more!
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 3, 2024
ESPN projects the Sacramento Kings to return to the NBA Playoffs

ESPN has released its 2024-25 NBA season wins projections, and the Sacramento Kings might be higher than you think.
MLB | Oct 3, 2024
MLB announces changes to uniforms for 2025 season

MLB announced this week that changes will be made to uniforms for both regular season and All-Star game play.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 3, 2024
Rod Brooks on why the 49ers’ win over the Pats was a ‘must win’

Rod Brooks joined The Drive Guys this week to explain why Sunday's win over the Patriots was a 'must win' for the San Francisco 49ers.
SACRAMENTO STATE FOOTBALL | Oct 2, 2024
Renderings for new Sacramento State football stadium revealed

The renderings for the planned new Sacramento State football stadium have been revealed by CBS 13 Sacramento.
SACRAMENTO STATE BASKETBALL | Oct 2, 2024
Report: Sacramento Kings will let Sacramento State play at Golden 1 Center

According to Chris Haynes, the Sacramento Kings will allow Sacramento State to play conference home games at Golden 1 Center.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Oct 2, 2024
Vic Tafur shares his teams to watch in Davantae Adams trade scenarios

The Athletic's Vic Tafur joined Stiles & Watkins to discuss the latest trade rumors surrounding Las Vegas Raiders WR Davantae Adams.
NCAA | Oct 2, 2024
NCAA Men’s March Madness to return to Sacramento in 2027

March Madness is coming back to Sacramento! The NCAA Men's basketball tournament will take place at Golden 1 Center in 2027.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 2, 2024
Kevin Huerter: ‘I know how much I can help this team.’

Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Huerter joined Carmichael Dave and Jason Ross to share his motivation for a bounce-back 2024-25 season.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 2, 2024
Monte McNair on the current state of the Kings defense as players recover from injuries

Sacramento Kings GM Monte McNair joined Carmichael Dave & Jason Ross to share his goals for 2024-25 and answer Dave's questions about defense.
SACRAMENTO STATE FOOTBALL | Oct 2, 2024
Does Sacramento State have what it takes to earn a PAC-12 invitation?

FCS analyst Sam Herder joined The Drive Guys to break down whether or not Sacramento State has what it takes to join the PAC-12.
UC DAVIS | Oct 2, 2024
UC Davis football head coach Tim Plough on the Aggies’ 4-1 start

UC Davis football head coach Tim Plough joined Carmichael Dave and Jason Ross to recap the Aggies' historic win over Idaho.