Keith Curle’s side looked on course to secure a third straight win after Jack Hamilton headed his first league goal for the club to give Pools a first half lead.
But Nigel Clough’s Stags responded in the second half as Rhys Oates fired an early equaliser before Ollie Hawkins completed the turnaround on the hour to leave Pools three points above the bottom two.
And here is how Pools were rated in defeat:
5. David Ferguson - 5
Two big blocks in the first half - one to make amends from his own error. Akins gave him a test in the first half. Shift to a back four left him a little exposed after the break. Didn't get close enough to Oates for equaliser. (Credit: Mike Morese | MI News) Photo: Mike Morese
6. Reghan Tumilty - 6
Akins caused him trouble at times in the first half but linked well with Cooke and Sylla on the left. Good low cross should have been turned in by somebody in the first half. Tired in the second and struggled to keep pace with Mansfield. Missed lunge on Lapslie for Hawkins winner. (Credit: Mike Morese | MI News) Photo: Mike Morese
7. Nicky Featherstone - 6
Seemed a harsh booking as frustration boiled over in the closing stages. Kept possession well in the first half but part of a midfield which left a little bit too much space for Lapslie in the second half. Reacted just too late to deny Hawkins. (Credit: Michael Driver | MI News) Photo: Michael Driver
8. Mohamad Sylla - 7
Was brilliant in the first half - carrying on from where he left off at Rochdale. Lovely skill to beat two men on the left and cross for Sterry. Mansfield got to grips with him more after the break. (Credit: Michael Driver | MI News) Photo: Michael Driver