1. What is NHL Save Percentage?

Save percentage (SV%) is a statistic in ice hockey that represents the percentage of shots on goal a goaltender stops. It's calculated by dividing the number of saves by the total number of shots faced.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the NHL save percentage formula:

Where:

• \( Shots \) — Total shots faced by the goaltender
• \( Goals \) — Goals allowed by the goaltender

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

3. Importance of Save Percentage

Details: Save percentage is a key metric for evaluating goaltender performance. A higher percentage indicates better performance. NHL average typically ranges between .900 and .920.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter total shots faced and goals allowed. Both values must be valid (shots > 0, goals between 0 and shots).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is considered a good save percentage in the NHL?
A: Generally, .915 or above is considered good, .920+ is excellent, and .900-.915 is average.

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

Q3: Why might a goalie's save percentage vary season to season?
A: Factors include team defense, system played, injury status, and natural performance variability.

Q4: What's the highest single-season save percentage in NHL history?
A: As of 2023, the record is .942 by Jacques Plante in 1970-71 (minimum 25 games played).

Q5: How does shootout performance affect save percentage?
A: Shootout shots and goals do not count in official save percentage statistics.