Miami Sports Teams Graded in Annual Review

The Miami Herald analyzes the state of the city's 10 biggest sports franchises.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 4:40pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting fragmented scenes of various Miami sports events and competitions, conveying the multifaceted nature of the city's vibrant sports landscape.The Miami Herald's annual review of the city's sports teams provides a holistic assessment of their current state and future outlook.Today in Miami

The Miami Herald has published its annual 'State of Miami Sports' report, providing grades and analysis for the city's 10 major professional and college sports teams, including the Dolphins, Heat, Panthers, Marlins, Inter Miami, and Hurricanes.

Why it matters

This comprehensive review offers valuable insights into the current state and future outlook of Miami's vibrant sports landscape, which is a source of pride and community identity for many local residents.

The details

The report examines each team's on-field/on-court performance, roster moves, fan engagement, and overall organizational health. Analysts take a holistic view to assign letter grades, providing an authoritative assessment of where these teams stand.

  • The Miami Herald publishes this annual 'State of Miami Sports' report every April.

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What’s next

Fans and sports enthusiasts can look forward to the Herald's in-depth coverage and analysis of how Miami's teams fare in the coming year.

The takeaway

This report card on Miami's sports landscape offers a comprehensive snapshot that both celebrates successes and identifies areas for improvement across the city's passionate fan bases.