1. What is Save Percentage?

Save percentage (Save%) is a statistic in hockey 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 saved by the goaltender
• \( shots \) — Total number of shots faced by the goaltender

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

3. Importance of Save Percentage

Details: Save percentage is one of the most important statistics for evaluating goaltender performance. Higher percentages indicate better performance, with elite goaltenders typically having save percentages above 0.920 (92.0%).

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 professional leagues, 0.915-0.920 is average, 0.920-0.930 is very good, and above 0.930 is elite.

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 quality.

Q3: How does save percentage differ from goals against average?
A: Save percentage measures percentage of shots stopped, while GAA measures goals allowed per 60 minutes of play.

Q4: Can save percentage be above 100%?
A: No, since it's impossible to save more shots than were actually taken.

Q5: Why might save percentages vary between leagues?
A: Differences in skill level, defensive systems, and rink size can all affect save percentages.