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Kristian Dennis, far left, will be aiming to score in his fifth straight game against Grimsby and their ex-United keeper Max Crocombe, right (photos: Barbara Abbott / PA)

Can in-form Dennis sink the Mariners and their ex-Blues keeper? Bookies' verdict
We take a look at the odds as Carlisle United head to Grimsby Town for their latest League Two clash tonight.

Harry McKirdy (photo: Richard Parkes)

Ex-Blues: former Carlisle United man McKirdy hit with FA charge

Paul Hurst (photo: PA)

What Grimsby boss said about 'brave' Blues ahead of tonight's clash

Fin Back (photo: Richard Parkes)

'What a find' - Simmo salutes Premier League loanee for his early Blues impact

Omari Patrick (photo: Barbara Abbott)

Simmo backs Patrick to hit the heights again for Carlisle United

Paul Simpson, inset, takes Carlisle to take on National League play-off winners Grimsby tonight (photos: Richard Parkes / PA)

Simmo calls for 'character' as Blues aim for first away win of season

Lewis Bell (photo: Barbara Abbott)

Loan watch: How Blues teenager fared in debut against Celtic side

Left to right: Kayne Ramsey, Jake Kane and Hakeeb Adelakun (photos: PA)

League Two latest: Wingers on move, Liverpool kid linked and striker changes name

Kristian Dennis goes close against Swindon (photo: Ben Holmes)

PREMIUM What did we learn from Carlisle United's clash with Swindon?

Connor Malley in action for Carlisle in the 2020/21 season (photo: Stuart Walker)

Former Carlisle United loan man joins League Two rivals

Gary Lineker, inset, has paid tribute to Cumbrian Gary McKee, right

Gary Lineker salutes 'amazing' Cumbrian marathon man

- Pic by : Richard Parkes

In pictures: Carlisle United fans at the Swindon game!

Ian Harte at Brunton Park on Saturday (photos: Barbara Abbott)

Pictured: former Carlisle United star Harte back to watch the Blues

Paul Simpson (photo: Richard Parkes)

Carlisle United boss hoping to seal new signing

Jarrad Branthwaite (photo: PA)

Cumbrian star named in squad for Champions League clash with Rangers

Omari Patrick and Kristian Dennis battle with Swindon (photo: Richard Parkes)

'Good chances to win, McKirdy in Mellish's pocket' - Blues fans on Swindon draw

Henderson reacts after saving Declan Rice's spot-kick (photos: PA)

'Excellent' Cumbrian star praised after Premier League penalty heroics

Paul Simpson applauds his team during the Swindon game (photo: Richard Parkes)

PREMIUM LISTEN Simmo: 'It's massive for us to get him in'

Jack Ellis clears the ball under pressure from Swindon's Jonny Williams (photos: Richard Parkes)

Praise for teenage Cumbrian after impressive showing for Carlisle United

Jacob Wakeling, no24, puts Swindon ahead (photo: Richard Parkes)

Opposition view Swindon boss gives his verdict on 'basketball match' against Carlisle United

Kristian Dennis will be out to emulate the great Alan Ashman, inset, next Tuesday (main photo: Richard Parkes)

Revealed: the Carlisle United legend whose record is now in Dennis's sights

Brad Potts (photo: PA)

WATCH: 'Sensational' goal by ex-Carlisle United star

Paul Simpson gestures to his players as Harry McKirdy, left, looks on (photos: Richard Parkes)

Simmo's reaction to Carlisle United's draw with Swindon in baking hot conditions

Players rehydrate during a drinks break (photos: Richard Parkes)

Verdict Ellis composure puts McKirdy in shade in sweltering Blues-Swindon draw

Kristian Dennis and Jack Stretton gets in each other's way as Carlisle fail to capitalise - Pic by : Richard Parkes

The best action pictures from Carlisle United v Swindon Town

Harry McKirdy pictured during the 1-1 draw at Brunton Park (photos: Richard Parkes)

McKirdy's reaction after mixed reception on latest reunion with Carlisle United

Ben Barclay, left, is out for eight weeks but there is better news on Morgan Feeney, top right, and Ryan Edmondson, bottom righty (photos: Richard Parkes / Barbara Abbott)

Injury blow for Carlisle United defender - but better news on duo

Kristian Dennis fires home the equaliser (photos: Richard Parkes)

Report Dennis scores again as Carlisle United fight back for draw against Swindon

Omari Patrick misses a close-range chance (photo: Richard Parkes)

Carlisle United v Swindon Town - as it happened!

Carlisle United winger to take on Celtic after making loan move

Carlisle United winger to take on Celtic after making loan move

Kristian Dennis, left, and Harry McKirdy, right (photos: Barbara Abbott / PA)

Can in-form Dennis spoil McKirdy's Carlisle United reunion? Bookies' verdict

Danny Grainger (photo: Ben Challis)

Reds boss Grainger’s unfinished business as season starts today

Huntington, left, signed for the Blues this week (photo: Amy Nixon)

PREMIUM Why Huntington deserves a clean break from the past now he's a Blue

McKirdy celebrates his goal in front of United fans in February's game (photo: Barbara Abbott)

McKirdy 'determined to behave himself' at Carlisle United, says Swindon boss

Simmo's side and Swindon will play in sweltering heat at Brunton park today (photo: Richard Parkes)

Simmo: How we will cope with the searing heat at Brunton Park today

Paul Simpson's United are back at Brunton Park this weekend (photo: Richard Parkes)

PREMIUM LISTEN Simmo on Swindon, injuries, new signing, Blues fans and McKirdy

Gime Toure, left (photo: Ben Holmes)

National League move for former Carlisle United man Toure

Kristian Dennis, centre, has scored in United's first three games of 2022/23 (photos: Richard Parkes)

In-form striker is in best shape of his career, says Carlisle United boss

Harry McKirdy (photo: PA)

'Can't wait to see you again' - McKirdy's message to Carlisle United fans

Carlisle United owners and directors (photo: Barbara Abbott)

Wait goes on for response from firm over Carlisle United debt, Blues reveal

United owners and directors shield their eyes from the sun at Shrewsbury on Tuesday (photo: Richard Parkes)

Simmo: Blues directors 'brilliant' in their backing of my Carlisle United rebuild

Paul Huntington (photo: PA)

Simmo reveals when he wants Paul Huntington to be ready for Carlisle United action

Paul Simpson (photo: Richard Parkes)

Could Blues make more signings before transfer deadline? Latest from Simmo

Harry McKirdy, right, returns to Carlisle with Swindon tomorrow. Inset: Paul Simpson (photos: Barbara Abbott / Richard Parkes)

Simmo's message to Carlisle United fans ahead of Harry McKirdy reunion

Danny Devine (photo: Ben Holmes)

Former Carlisle United midfielder joins new club

Ben Barclay (photo: Richard Parkes)

Latest Two fresh injury concerns for Carlisle United boss

Paul Huntington (photo: Amy Nixon)

Interview Paul Huntington: 'It means more to play for Carlisle United'

CUOSC say now is the perfect time for more fans to join them (photo: Barbara Abbott)

Column CUOSC: Why now is the perfect time for Blues fans to come and join us

Will McDonagh leaps on Brian Wake after his second goal against Boston

Flashback When Blues goal hero Brian threw a Boston three party...

Kristian Dennis makes it three from three against Shrewsbury (photo: PA)

PREMIUM Revealed: the 60-year-old record in the sights of in-form Carlisle United striker

Paul Huntington (photo: PA)

PREMIUM LISTEN Paul Huntington on joining Carlisle United

Fans at The Montgomery Waters Stadium - Pic by : Richard Parkes

In pictures: Carlisle United fans at Shrewsbury!

Paul Huntington celebrates a goal for Trinity School in their English Schools FA Under 18s Trophy final victory at Brunton Park in 2004 (photo: Jonathan Becker)

In pictures Paul Huntington: from Carlisle junior football to joining the Blues

Sonny Hilton makes a challenge at Shrewsbury (photo: Richard Parkes)

'Decent showing, refereeing dire, must defend better' - Blues fans on cup defeat