WREXHAM were back to their ruthless best as Phil Parkinson's promotion-chasers secured a 3-1 win over Grimsby Town at Blundell Park in League Two.

The Reds failed to score in the previous two games but despite only having four shots in the first-half against the Marines, they scored three times.

Andy Cannon bagged a brace with two excellent finishes before leading scorer Paul Mullin converted his 18th goal of the season, and 97th since joining Wrexham, with a stunning volley.

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Wrexham were clinical and there was no way back for Grimsby after that, although they grabbed a late consolation.

Victory keeps third placed Wrexham in the hunt for a top-three finish.

Here's how the players rated.

ARTHUR OKONKWO: Didn't have many saves to make but was denied a clean sheet late on. 7

LUKE BOLTON: Came into the team and was a willing outlet on the right when Wrexham attacked. 8

MAX CLEWORTH: Blustery conditions made it difficult but Wrexham's defence dealt with everything until the late goal. 8

EOGHAN O'CONNELL: Rock solid once again at the heart of defence. Has really looked the part in the role. 8

WILL BOYLE: The back-line restricted Grimsby to few chances throughout the contest. 8

JACOB MENDY: His shot led to Mullin making it 3-0 but went off injured early in the second half. 6

ANDY CANNON: Cannon had a brilliant all-round game in more advanced role and the icing on the cake was two well-taken goals. 9

TOM O'CONNOR: Back in the side and did a good job as the holding midfield. Also had an assist for second goal. 7

ELLIOT LEE: Played just behind the front two and played his part in the win. 6

PAUL MULLIN: Had a big hand in the second goal and then scored with a brilliant volley to leave Wrexham in charge. 9

OLLIE PALMER: The wind didn't help but Palmer stuck to his task and worked tirelessly in Reds' attack. 8

SUBSTITUTES

CALLUM MCFADZEAN: Came on for his first league appearance of the season and did okay. 6

LUKE YOUNG: Fresh legs in midfield to help see the game out. 6

JACK MARRIOTT: Came on late on with the game won. 5

STEVEN FLETCHER: Formed a new strikeforce with Marriott. 5