Goalkeepers are just as important as goal scorers, and nowhere is that more prevalent than in Major League Soccer.
With most of the spending in MLS going on elite Designated Players in attacking positions, finding a quality option between the posts to keep the ball out of the net is paramount.
This season, Yohei Takaoka proved most effective in that regard, keeping a league-high 13 clean sheets to help the Vancouver Whitecaps sit second in the Western Conference.
Meanwhile, Charlotte FC’s Kristijan Kahlina — reigning MLS Goalkeeper of the Year — proved the busiest goalkeeper, making more saves (129) than anyone else.
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MLS clean sheet standings: Most shutouts in 2025
Players with the same number of clean sheets are ranked by fewer minutes played, then saves made. Stats correct as of 19/10/25
| Player | Clean sheets | Saves | Minutes played |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yohei Takaoka | 13 | 88 | 3,060 |
| Hugo Lloris | 12 | 72 | 2,835 |
| Kristijan Kahlina | 12 | 129 | 2,880 |
| Roman Celentano | 10 | 87 | 2,700 |
| CJ dos Santos | 10 | 90 | 2,700 |
| Dayne St. Clair | 10 | 113 | 2,700 |
| Andre Blake | 9 | 48 | 1,828 |
| Brad Stuver | 9 | 128 | 3,060 |
| Joe Willis | 9 | 94 | 3,060 |
| Aljaz Ivacic | 8 | 74 | 2,160 |
MLS saves standings: Who has made the most saves in 2025?
Saves can be much more important for teams battling on the fringes of the Playoff race, with a few well-timed stops in key matches often the difference between making the post-season and missing out.
Players with the same number of saves are ranked by fewest minutes played, then clean sheets. Stats correct as of 19/10/25
| Player | Saves | Clean sheets | Minutes played |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kristijan Kahlina | 129 | 12 | 2,880 |
| Brad Stuver | 128 | 9 | 3,060 |
| John Pulskamp | 120 | 4 | 3,060 |
| Dayne St. Clair | 113 | 10 | 2,700 |
| Sean Johnson | 111 | 7 | 2,790 |
| Pedro Gallese | 105 | 8 | 2,880 |
| Rafael Cabral | 103 | 7 | 3,060 |
| Zack Steffen | 101 | 4 | 2,070 |
| Daniel | 101 | 5 | 2,495 |
| Matt Freese | 96 | 8 | 2,767 |