1. What is Save Percentage?

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

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the save percentage formula:

Where:

• \( saves \) — Number of shots successfully stopped by the goalie
• \( shots \) — Total number of shots faced by the goalie

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

3. Importance of Save Percentage

Details: Save percentage is crucial for evaluating goaltender performance, comparing goalies, and making roster decisions. Higher percentages indicate better performance.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the number of saves and total shots faced. Both values must be positive numbers, and saves cannot exceed shots.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is a good save percentage in hockey?
A: In the NHL, a save percentage above .915 is generally considered good, while anything above .930 is excellent.

Q2: How does save percentage differ from goals against average?
A: Save percentage measures percentage of shots stopped, while GAA measures goals allowed per game (affected by team defense).

Q3: Can save percentage be over 100%?
A: No, since you can't save more shots than you face. Values over 100 indicate incorrect data.

Q4: Why is save percentage important in hockey analytics?
A: It's one of the most reliable metrics for evaluating goaltender performance independent of team defense.

Q5: How often should save percentage be calculated?
A: For meaningful evaluation, it should be calculated over at least 20-30 games to account for statistical variance.