1. What is Save Percentage?

Save percentage is a statistic used in ice hockey and other sports to measure a goaltender's performance. It represents the percentage of shots on goal that the goaltender successfully saves.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the save percentage formula:

Where:

• \( \text{saves} \) — Number of saves made by the goalie
• \( \text{shots} \) — Total number of shots faced by the goalie

Explanation: The formula calculates what percentage of shots the goalie successfully stopped, providing a standardized measure of goaltending performance.

3. Importance of Save Percentage

Details: Save percentage is one of the most important metrics for evaluating goaltender performance. It allows for comparison between goalies regardless of the number of shots they face and is considered more reliable than goals against average.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the number of saves made and total shots faced. Both values must be valid (shots > 0, saves between 0 and shots).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is considered a good save percentage?
A: In professional ice hockey, a save percentage above .915 is generally considered good, with elite goaltenders often achieving .920 or higher.

Q2: Does save percentage account for shot quality?
A: Traditional save percentage does not account for shot quality, but advanced metrics like high-danger save percentage attempt to address this limitation.

Q3: How is save percentage different from goals against average?
A: Save percentage measures the proportion of shots stopped, while goals against average measures the number of goals allowed per game, regardless of shots faced.

Q4: Can save percentage exceed 100%?
A: No, save percentage cannot exceed 100% as it represents a percentage of shots saved. The maximum possible value is 100%.

Q5: Is save percentage used in sports other than ice hockey?
A: Yes, similar statistics are used in soccer, lacrosse, field hockey, and other sports where goaltenders defend against shots.