STATE OF THE HERONS: Can Inter Miami Win MLS Cup? | Playoff Outlook & Biggest Concerns

It’s time for our monthly STATE OF THE HERONS!

The 2026 MLS regular season is officially over, and Inter Miami is heading into the MLS Cup Playoffs as the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference. But after blowing a 3-0 lead against Charlotte FC and settling for a 3-3 draw on Decision Day, how confident should we really be?

On this episode of Battered Herons, Daniel and Mike give their honest assessment of Inter Miami’s season, biggest strengths and weaknesses, defensive struggles, coaching decisions, and chances of winning MLS Cup 2026.

We’ll also preview the first-round playoff matchup against Columbus Crew, discuss the players who need to step up, and make our predictions for Miami’s postseason run.

Is Inter Miami a legitimate MLS Cup contender, or are the defensive problems too serious to overcome?

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