1. What is Save Percentage in Hockey?

Save percentage (Sv%) is a statistic in ice hockey that represents the percentage of shots on goal a goaltender stops. It's a key metric for evaluating goaltender performance, calculated by dividing saves by total shots faced.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the save percentage formula:

Where:

• \( Saves \) — Number of shots successfully stopped by the goaltender
• \( Goals\ Against \) — Number of goals allowed by the goaltender

Explanation: The formula shows what percentage of total shots faced (saves + goals against) were successfully saved by the goaltender.

3. Importance of Save Percentage

Details: Save percentage is crucial for evaluating goaltender performance, comparing goalies across different teams, and assessing consistency over time. NHL goalies typically have save percentages between .900 and .930.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the total number of saves and goals against from a game or season. Both values must be non-negative integers, and their sum must be greater than zero.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is a good save percentage in hockey?
A: In the NHL, .915+ is considered good, .920+ is excellent, and .930+ is elite. College and junior hockey typically see lower percentages.

Q2: How does save percentage differ from GAA?
A: Save percentage measures efficiency (percentage of shots stopped), while Goals Against Average (GAA) measures goals allowed per 60 minutes of play.

Q3: Why might save percentage be misleading?
A: It doesn't account for shot quality, team defense, or game situations. Some analysts prefer advanced metrics like High-Danger Save Percentage (HDSV%).

Q4: How often is save percentage calculated?
A: It can be calculated for a single game, a season, or a career. Most commonly reported as a season-long statistic.

Q5: Who holds the NHL career save percentage record?
A: As of 2023, Dominik Hasek holds the record with a .922 career save percentage (minimum 200 games played).