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Otterline Report Jan 23 | NHL Recap, Headlines, and Predictions
Otterline Report – January 23
Published January 23, 2026•1 min read•Updated January 27, 2026
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**Otterline Report – January 23**
Chris recaps a brutal night across the NHL where underdogs dominated, walks through how the model performed, and explains why nights like this are inevitable when betting long term.
The episode focuses on managing expectations, learning from tough slates, and staying disciplined with bankroll management. Chris explains why unit sizing matters more than confidence and how the model continues to improve from nights like this.
**Hockey Picks for Tonight**
- Seattle
- Dallas
Chris also introduces NBA consensus picks now available on Otterline, explains how he’s allocating units across NHL and NBA, and why spreading risk matters after a volatile night.
**NBA Plays Mentioned**
- Atlanta (half unit)
- Denver (half unit)
The episode closes with a reminder that not every slate offers clean value, why heavy favorites are often traps, and how patience and discipline lead to long term results.
Bankroll and unit sizing calculator available at **otterline.club/calculator**
NBA consensus picks available at **otterline.club/nba/consensus**
Full model access available at **otterline.club**