Town were the better side for much of the first half at Brisbane Road but the decisive blow came shortly after the break when Hoskins popped up at the back post to volley home Tyrese Fornah’s cross. The visitors were rock solid throughout en route to successive wins and back-to-back clean sheets. Here are our player ratings from a fine day on the road...
9. Cameron McGeehan
Still waiting for his first goal of the season. So close here when trying to scramble in an early corner. His work won't go unnoticed by the coaching staff though and the way he and the front men pressed prevented Orient from building any momentum. At no point were Cobblers pinned back... 7.5 Photo: Pete Norton
10. Tyrese Fornah
Linked with Perkins to good effect down the left in the first half. Had one moment of fortune when he was caught trying to do too much in a risky area, but showed his class for the goal, standing up a fine cross for Hoskins to finish off... 7.5 Photo: Pete Norton
11. Ethan Wheatley
Carried a real threat early on, seeing two efforts saved and almost scrambling another over the line. His work ethic is immense - constantly pressing and harrying defenders and putting them under pressure. At one point he chased the ball all the way across the pitch and then back down to his own corner flag, winning a throw... 8 Photo: Pete Norton
12. Jordan Thorniley
The blow of losing Guinness-Walker was softened by his return and he did a very effective job of shutting down the lively Koroma and co in the left channel... 7 Photo: Pete Norton