Hoskins equalised for Northampton Town nine minutes from time after Josh Umerah scored his 14th goal of the season on his return to the Pools side.
But despite plenty of encouraging signs, it ended up being a worrying day for Hartlepool with results elsewhere going against them.
And here is how Pools fared in their latest Suit Direct Stadium draw:
And here is how Pools fared in their latest Suit Direct Stadium draw:
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