A thrilling 20-minute spell of attacking football saw Cobblers blow away their hosts and race into a 3-0 lead. Mitch Pinnock and Jon Guthrie each netted their eighth goals of the season before Josh Eppiah opened his account for the club with two fine finishes, making it 4-1 at the break. Here are our player ratings from a memorable afternoon in the capital...
5. Ali Koiki
Showed both sides of his game during an impressive display, first in attack as a brilliant pass sent Eppiah away for the the third goal, and then in defence when helping to snuff out Orient's dangerous forward line... 8 Photo: Pete Norton
6. Jack Sowerby
Town's front four earned all the plaudits but they were only allowed to do their thing thanks to the excellence of the midfield pair. They ran the show for 45 minutes and laid the foundations for the visitors to dominate. Got stuck in after the break to deny Orient any way back... 8 Photo: Pete Norton
7. Shaun McWilliams
Seemed to land on every loose ball in the first-half as he got his team on the front foot and constantly drove them forward. It's no coincidence that Cobblers' form has improved with him in the team - that's three wins from three since his return to the starting line-up... 8.5 Photo: Pete Norton
8. Mitch Pinnock
Took the bull by the horns after an even start by unleashing a stunning strike into the top corner. That got the ball rolling and his corner then led to the second goal. Thoroughly enjoyed himself, particularly in the first-half... 9 Photo: Pete Norton