Goalie Save Percentage Calculator

Enter your saves and shots faced to calculate a goalie's save percentage (SV%). You'll see the result expressed both as a decimal and a percentage, along with a quick performance rating so you can benchmark against NHL and lacrosse standards.

Number of shots the goalie successfully stopped.

Total shots on goal faced (saves + goals allowed). Empty net goals are typically excluded.

Results

Save Percentage (SV%)

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SV% as Decimal

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Goals Allowed

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Performance Rating

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Saves vs Goals Allowed

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I calculate a goalie's save percentage?

Save percentage is calculated by dividing the number of saves by the total shots faced: SV% = Saves ÷ Shots Faced. For example, if a goalie faced 50 shots and made 46 saves, the SV% = 46 ÷ 50 = 0.9200, or 92.00%. It can be expressed as either a decimal (0.9200) or a percentage (92.00%).

What is a good NHL save percentage?

In the NHL, a save percentage of .915 (91.5%) or higher is generally considered good for a starting goaltender. Elite goalies often post SV% above .920, while a league-average season typically falls around .910–.915. Anything below .900 is generally below average for a full-season starter.

What is the save percentage if shots were 50 and saves were 46?

If a goalie faced 50 shots and made 46 saves, the save percentage is 46 ÷ 50 = 0.9200, or 92.00%. That means the goalie allowed 4 goals and stopped 92% of all shots they faced — a solid performance by NHL standards.

Do empty net goals count against save percentage?

No — empty net goals are not counted against a goalie's save percentage in hockey. Since the goalie is not on the ice when an empty net goal is scored, those shots are excluded from both the saves and shots faced totals used in the SV% calculation.

What constitutes a shot on goal in hockey?

A shot on goal is any shot that would have entered the net if not blocked by the goalie, meaning it was on target. Shots that miss the net entirely, hit the post or crossbar, or are blocked by a skater before reaching the goalie do not count as shots on goal.

How is save percentage different from Goals Against Average (GAA)?

Save percentage measures the proportion of shots a goalie stops, regardless of how many shots they face. Goals Against Average (GAA) measures the average number of goals allowed per 60 minutes of play. SV% is generally considered a better indicator of individual goalie performance because it accounts for the volume of shots faced.

Which is better for evaluating a goalie — save percentage or GAA?

Most analysts prefer save percentage because it normalises for shot volume. A goalie who faces 40 shots and allows 3 goals has a lower GAA than one who faces 20 shots and allows 2, but their SV% reveals the first goalie actually performed better. That said, both metrics together give a fuller picture of goalie performance.

What measures are used to evaluate a goalie's performance in hockey?

The main metrics are save percentage (SV%), goals against average (GAA), and wins. Advanced metrics include Goals Saved Above Average (GSAA), high-danger save percentage, and Quality Starts. Save percentage remains the most widely used single-number summary of how well a goalie is performing.

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