Hockey reference is a massive, searchable database of hockey statistics. It includes all of the information you need to understand how the game is played, as well as some of the more advanced statistical measurements like Corsi, Fenwick, and Expected Goals. The site is designed to provide easy-to-understand, intuitive access to the vast amount of data that is available. It also includes a lot of helpful tips to help you learn the game and use the information more effectively.
The NHL has a long list of different types of statistics that are tracked. Some are more commonly tracked than others, and it can be intimidating to someone new to the sport to figure out what all of these abbreviations and terms mean. This article will give an overview of some of the most common hockey-related abbreviations and terms to help you understand what is being measured.
Some of the more commonly tracked stats include W – Wins, L – Losses, OTL – Overtime Losses, SOL – Shootout Losses, and PTS – Points, which are calculated as 2 points for a W or OTW, 1 point for an OTL or SOL, and zero points for a L or SOW. The website also tracks GF – Goals, GA – Goals against, SV – Saves, SH – Short-handed goals allowed, and GAA – Goals against average.
Another important statistic tracked is PIM – Penalties committed, which includes minor and major penalties. The site also outlines the number of minutes each player has spent in the penalty box as a percentage of their total time on the ice. Another valuable statistic is SOG – Shots on goal, which is the number of shots a player has taken as a percentage of their total number of attempts. The number of goals scored as a percentage of shots is also tracked, along with the number of game-winning and game-tying goals (the last goal scored in a tie game).
The hockey reference website has a feature called the player comparison finder, which allows users to select two players and compare their single seasons or a span of seasons. The feature is a good way to see how the careers of different players have developed and to evaluate which player may be better suited for your needs. This is similar to features found on Pro Football Reference and Basketball Reference.