1. What is Hockey Save Percentage?

Save percentage (Save%) in hockey is a statistic that represents the percentage of shots on goal a goaltender stops. It's a key metric for evaluating a goalie's performance.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the save percentage formula:

Where:

• \( saves \) — Number of shots successfully stopped by the goalie
• \( shots\_on\_goal \) — Total number of shots directed at the net

Explanation: The formula calculates what percentage of total shots the goalie successfully saved.

3. Importance of Save Percentage

Details: Save percentage is one of the most important statistics for evaluating goaltenders. A higher save percentage indicates better performance. NHL goalies typically have save percentages between .900 and .930.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the number of saves and total shots on goal. Shots on goal must be greater than zero for calculation.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is considered a good save percentage?
A: In professional hockey, .915+ is good, .920+ is excellent, and .930+ is exceptional. The average is typically around .910.

Q2: Does save percentage account for shot quality?
A: No, basic save percentage treats all shots equally. Advanced metrics like "high-danger save percentage" account for shot difficulty.

Q3: How does save percentage relate to goals against average (GAA)?
A: Save percentage measures efficiency (percentage of shots stopped), while GAA measures goals allowed per game. Both are important for evaluating goalies.

Q4: Can save percentage be over 100%?
A: No, the maximum possible save percentage is 100% (stopping all shots faced).

Q5: Why might two goalies with same save percentage have different performance?
A: Factors like team defense, shot volume, and shot quality can affect save percentage beyond just goalie skill.