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Goalie Save Percentage Calculator

Calculate ice hockey goalie save percentage (SV%) from saves and shots against.

Reviewed October 7, 2026 Runs in your browser — inputs are never stored

Goalie Save Percentage Calculator

Save % (SV%)

87.500

Rating

Below Average

Save percentage (ice hockey)
80.0100.0

87.5%

Below average (<89%)

  • Below average (<89%)
  • Average (89–91%)
  • Very good (91–93%)
  • Elite (93%+)

This tool provides general sports and fitness estimates for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice — consult a physician before starting or intensifying training, especially if you have a cardiovascular condition.

About the Goalie Save Percentage Calculator

The goalie save percentage calculator divides saves by shots on goal. In ice hockey, save percentage is usually written as a three-digit decimal, so .915 means 91.5% of shots stopped; NHL starters typically sit between .900 and .920.

How to use it

  1. 1Enter saves.
  2. 2Enter shots against.
  3. 3Read the save percentage.

Worked example

28 saves on 32 shots is a save percentage of .875 (87.5%).

Common use cases

  • Evaluating goaltenders
  • Game and season stats
  • Team statistics

Frequently asked questions

A:Above .910 is average; above .920 is excellent.

Reviewed for accuracy · Last updated October 7, 2026

Formulas follow published sports-science literature and official league definitions (Karvonen heart rate reserve, Cooper and Bruce protocols, MET compendium values, and standard baseball, cricket, and basketball statistics).

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