Hockey Save Percentage Calculator
A goaltender's save percentage is the share of shots they stop, shown as a decimal like .915. Enter saves and shots against.
Calculate hockey save percentage
Fill in the fields and select Calculate.
What you'll need
To use the hockey save percentage calculator, have these figures ready:
- Saves — for example, 460.
- Shots against — for example, 500.
The calculator then returns the save percentage the moment you press calculate.
How it works
Save percentage = saves ÷ shots against
You enter the saves and shots against, and the calculator returns the save percentage using the formula above.
When to Use
Use the hockey save percentage calculator to evaluate a goaltender's ability to stop shots. Save percentage is the most important goaltending metric in ice hockey, measuring the proportion of shots on goal that the goalie stops. It is used by coaches, scouts, and analysts to compare goaltenders across teams and leagues.
What the result tells you
Save percentage is the main measure of goaltending, the share of shots stopped, shown as a decimal like .920. Around .915 is the line for a quality starter and above .920 marks an elite season. It does not weigh shot quality, so a goalie facing many easy shots can post a strong figure, which is why analysts also look at goals saved above expected.
Benchmarks & Interpretation
Here is how typical results are categorized and interpreted:
| Value / Range | Rating | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Below .900 | Poor | Allowing too many goals. Significant improvement needed. |
| .900 – .910 | Below average | Below the league average for starting goaltenders. |
| .910 – .920 | Average | A standard save percentage for NHL goaltenders. |
| .920 – .930 | Good | An above-average goaltender performing well. |
| .930+ | Elite | Outstanding goaltending. Vezina Trophy territory. |
Pro Tips & Advice
Improving save percentage requires both technical skill and positioning. A goaltender who is consistently in the right position does not need to make as many spectacular saves. Work on tracking the puck through screens, controlling rebounds (directing them to the corners rather than back into the slot), and maintaining patience in shootout or breakaway situations. Post-play recovery is also critical — quickly resetting your position after a save prevents second-chance goals. Film study of opposing shooters helps anticipate their tendencies.
Step by step
- Enter the saves.
- Enter the shots against.
- Select Calculate to read the save percentage.
Worked example
A goalie with 460 saves on 500 shots is at 460 ÷ 500, which reads as .920.
Frequently asked questions
How is the hockey save percentage worked out?
Save percentage = saves ÷ shots against. A goaltender's save percentage is the share of shots they stop, shown as a decimal like .915. Enter saves and shots aga…
What save percentage is elite?
A save percentage around .920 or higher across a season marks an elite goaltender, while .900 is roughly the line for a starter.
Is save percentage the best goaltending metric?
Save percentage is the most widely used metric but does not account for shot quality. Goals Saved Above Expected (GSAx) adjusts for shot difficulty and gives a better picture of a goaltender's true performance.
What is the NHL all-time save percentage record?
In the modern era, multiple goaltenders have posted single-season save percentages above .940. The all-time record depends on minimum games played, but elite seasons from goaltenders like Tim Thomas (.938 in 2010-11) set the standard.
How accurate is the Hockey Save Percentage Calculator?
The tool applies the standard formula exactly, so the result is only as accurate as the figures you enter. Double check your inputs, since a wrong number going in gives a wrong number coming out.
Is the Hockey Save Percentage Calculator free to use?
Yes. Every tool on GamersZone is free, with no account and no limit on how many times you calculate. The maths runs in your browser, so the numbers you enter are never sent to a server or stored.
How we calculate this
This tool applies the standard formula shown above. The calculation runs entirely in your browser, so the figures you enter are never stored.