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 the proportion of shots saved out of total shots faced, expressed as a percentage.

3. Importance of Save Percentage

Details: Save percentage is crucial for assessing a goalie's effectiveness. Higher percentages indicate better performance. NHL goalies typically have save percentages between .900 and .930.

4. Using the Calculator

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

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is considered a good save percentage?
A: In professional hockey, .915+ is good, .920+ is excellent. In amateur leagues, these benchmarks are typically lower.

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: Why might a goalie's save percentage vary?
A: Factors include team defense, opponent strength, shot location, game situation, and the goalie's own skill and form.

Q4: How is this different from goals against average?
A: Save percentage measures efficiency (percentage of shots stopped), while GAA measures goals allowed per game time.

Q5: Should this be the only metric to evaluate goalies?
A: No, it should be considered alongside other stats and contextual factors for a complete evaluation.