The Seasiders are currently enduring an injury crisis, with Jordan Rhodes joining their current long list of absentees in the 2-1 defeat to Birmingham City in the FA Cup at the weekend, with Odel Offiah also being doubtful.
On top of this, both Olly Casey and Ollie Norburn will miss the upcoming game in Shropshire due to suspension, after picking up their fifth yellow cards of the season in last Tuesday’s 2-0 victory away to Bristol Rovers.
Steve Bruce’s limited options will result in changes to the starting 11, as well as providing opportunities to others as substitutes.
Here’s our predicted XI and bench to take on Shrewsbury:
1. Harry Tyrer
Harry Tyrer made a number of impressive saves in the 2-1 defeat to Birmingham City in the FA Cup on Sunday. Photo: CameraSport - Richard Martin-Rob
2. Jordan Gabriel
Injuries could see Jordan Gabriel come back into the Seasiders XI at right back. Photo: CameraSport - Richard Martin-Rob
3. Matthew Pennington
Matthew Pennington has recently been given a run in the Blackpool XI after patiently waiting for a regular opportunity under Steve Bruce. Photo: CameraSport - Richard Martin-Rob
4. James Husband
James Husband could be moved across into a centre back role due to the suspension of Olly Casey and recent injury to Odel Offiah. Photo: CameraSport - Richard Martin-Rob
5. Zac Ashworth
Blackpool's current injuries and suspension could present an opportunity for summer signing Zac Ashworth. Photo: CameraSport - Rich Linley
6. Rob Apter
Rob Apter had a couple of bright moments in the defeat to Birmingham, and was on hand with an assist. Photo: CameraSport - Richard Martin-Rob