1. What is Save Percentage?

Save percentage (Save%) is a statistic in ice hockey 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
• \( shots \) — 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 goalie performance, comparing goalies across teams, 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 valid (shots > 0, saves between 0 and shots).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is a good save percentage in hockey?
A: In professional hockey, .915% or above is considered excellent, .900-.915% is average, and below .900% is below average.

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 compare to GAA?
A: Save percentage measures efficiency (percentage of shots stopped) while GAA (Goals Against Average) measures goals allowed per game.

Q4: Can save percentage be over 100%?
A: No, since you can't save more shots than you face, the maximum possible is 100%.

Q5: How many shots are needed for a reliable save percentage?
A: Statistically significant results typically require at least 500-1000 shots to account for variance in shot quality and random fluctuations.