Boss Hughes happy with Newport forward options

Newport County manager David Hughes believes he is spoilt for choice up front ahead of Saturday's League Two game at Grimsby Town.

The Exiles take on the Mariners at Blundell Park (15:00 BST) after claiming four points from two fixtures so far.

Hughes paired Cardiff loanee Michael Reindorf and summer signing Ged Garner up front in the 1-1 draw against Notts County and 2-1 win at Crawley Town, but freshened things up in midweek.

Bobby Kamwa, last season's top scorer from the wing with nine, and Courtney Baker-Richardson got the nod against Millwall and caused the Championship club problems in the opening half-hour of their EFL Cup tie.

The Lions eventually took control and won 1-0, but Hughes was impressed by his front two.

"CBR was outstanding in pre-season, a real threat, really positive, and a top professional. Bobby's been the same," said Hughes.

"All the strikers have taken on board what we're trying to do. With the number of games coming up we need everyone, and the way they've gone about their work will make sure they get their opportunities."

Reindorf opened his Newport account with a stunning strike in the Carabao Cup preliminary round win at Barnet and Garner nodded in County's goal against Notts.

Baker-Richardson's last goal was against Harrogate Town in March when he scored his fourth of the last campaign.

Newport travel to Grimsby before welcoming Salford City and Milton Keynes Dons to Rodney Parade on Tuesday and Saturday.