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Save percentage
Short answer
The share of shots on goal a goaltender stops; increasingly adjusted for shot quality.
Save percentage is saves divided by shots on goal. Raw SV% is heavily influenced by the quality of shots faced, so analysts use quality-adjusted versions like goals saved above expected (GSAx).
GSAx compares actual goals allowed to the expected goals of the shots faced, isolating goaltending skill from team defense.
Frequently asked questions
What is Save percentage (SV%) in hockey?
The share of shots on goal a goaltender stops; increasingly adjusted for shot quality.
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