Dayne St. Clair Secures MLS Goalkeeper of the Year Award
Minnesota United’s goalkeeper, Dayne St. Clair, has been honored with the MLS Goalkeeper of the Year Award. This significant announcement came during the team’s flight to Seattle, where assistant coach Zarek Valentin made the reveal over the intercom. St. Clair expressed gratitude during the announcement, acknowledging his teammates’ contributions to his success.
Dayne St. Clair’s Remarkable Season
This remarkable achievement marks a pivotal moment in St. Clair’s career. He led Major League Soccer (MLS) with an impressive save percentage of 79.7%. Additionally, he was second in goals allowed, with just one goal per 90 minutes played, and tied for fourth in clean sheets, achieving ten throughout the season.
Performance Highlights
- Save Percentage: 79.7%
- Goals Per 90 Minutes: 1.0
- Clean Sheets: 10
St. Clair’s consistent performance throughout the season has drawn attention. He stated, “I think I’ve been able to really be the most consistent that I have been.” This acknowledgment reflects his growth in his seventh professional season.
A Legacy in the Making
St. Clair is the second goalkeeper from Minnesota United to receive this accolade, following Vito Mannone, who won the award in 2019. That year was also St. Clair’s rookie season, where he witnessed Mannone’s strong defensive performance firsthand.
Looking Ahead
As Canada’s top goalkeeper heading into the 2026 World Cup, St. Clair’s future in MLS remains uncertain. He is set to become a free agent at the end of the 2025 season. Despite this uncertainty, his focus remains on helping Minnesota United succeed in the current playoff series against the Seattle Sounders.
St. Clair emphasized his determination to concentrate on the playoffs, stating, “I’m kind of focused on this playoff stretch right now.” His leadership and skills will be vital as the team strives for victory.
