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Shooting percentage
Short answer
The share of shots on goal that become goals — high variance in small samples.
Shooting percentage is goals divided by shots on goal. Individual and on-ice shooting percentage swing wildly over small samples, which is why single-season hot or cold stretches often regress.
Pairing shooting percentage with expected goals shows whether a player is genuinely finishing above expectation or simply running hot.
Frequently asked questions
What is Shooting percentage (SH%) in hockey?
The share of shots on goal that become goals — high variance in small samples.
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