GAA Calculator - Goals Against Average
Calculate hockey GAA: (Goals Against × 60) ÷ Minutes. Sub-2.00 elite, 2.50 average. Martin Brodeur 2.24 career, 691 wins. Free GAA calculator.
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Goals Against Average (GAA) measures goals allowed per 60 minutes of play. Formula: GAA = (Goals Against × 60) ÷ Minutes Played. Sub-2.00 is elite; 2.50 is average. Martin Brodeur's career 2.24 GAA with 691 wins ranks among the best. Modern NHL average is ~2.90. GAA is affected by team defense quality; empty-net goals inflate it unfairly.
Sources: NHL.com, Hockey-Reference.
Key Takeaways
- • GAA = (Goals Against × 60) ÷ Minutes Played
- • Sub-2.00 is elite; 2.50 is average; above 3.00 is below average
- • Martin Brodeur: 2.24 career GAA, 691 wins, 125 shutouts
- • Team defense and empty-net goals affect GAA; SV% isolates goalie skill better
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How Does GAA Work?
Formula
GAA = (Goals Against × 60) ÷ Minutes Played. The 60 normalizes to a full game equivalent.
Benchmarks
Sub-2.00 elite, 2.00–2.50 above average, 2.50–3.00 average, above 3.00 below average.
Limitations
GAA reflects team defense. Save percentage and goals saved above expected isolate goalie performance better.
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GAA Comparison Table
| GAA Range | Rating |
|---|---|
| < 2.00 | Elite |
| 2.00 – 2.50 | Above Average |
| 2.50 – 3.00 | Average |
| > 3.00 | Below Average |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is GAA in hockey?
Goals Against Average (GAA) = (Goals Against × 60) ÷ Minutes Played. It measures goals allowed per 60 minutes. Sub-2.00 is elite; 2.50 is average. Martin Brodeur holds a career 2.24 GAA with 691 wins.
What is a good GAA for a goalie?
Sub-2.00 is elite, 2.00–2.50 is above average, 2.50–3.00 is average, and above 3.00 is below average. Modern NHL average is ~2.90. Vezina winners typically post sub-2.20.
Do empty-net goals count toward GAA?
Yes. Empty-net goals inflate GAA unfairly since the goalie is not on the ice. Some analysts exclude them for a truer measure. NHL.com and Hockey-Reference include all goals.
How does team defense affect GAA?
GAA is heavily influenced by team defense quality. A goalie on a weak team may post a high GAA despite strong play. Save percentage and goals saved above expected provide better isolation.
Who has the best career GAA in NHL history?
Martin Brodeur: 2.24 career GAA, 691 wins, 125 shutouts. Terry Sawchuk (2.52), Jacques Plante (2.38), and Dominik Hasek (2.20) are among the all-time leaders.
What is the difference between GAA and save percentage?
GAA measures goals allowed per 60 minutes; save percentage measures saves ÷ (saves + goals). SV% isolates goalie skill better. GAA reflects both goalie and team defense.
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⚠️ Disclaimer: This calculator is for educational purposes only. GAA benchmarks are approximate and vary by era. Official stats from NHL.com and Hockey-Reference. Not professional advice.