With that in mind, here’s how we think the Seasiders could line up...
. All smiles
Michael Appleton will hope to be smiling come 5pm on Saturday Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
. GK - Chris Maxwell
After keeping the number one shirt after the break, Maxwell appears to be Michael Appleton's favoured choice going forward. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
. RB - Callum Connolly
No question on this one until Andy Lyons comes into the frame once the January transfer window opens. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
. CB - Rhys Williams
The Liverpool loanee was among the better performers against Birmingham last week. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
1. All smiles
Michael Appleton will hope to be smiling come 5pm on Saturday Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
2. GK - Chris Maxwell
After keeping the number one shirt after the break, Maxwell appears to be Michael Appleton's favoured choice going forward. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
3. RB - Callum Connolly
No question on this one until Andy Lyons comes into the frame once the January transfer window opens. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
4. CB - Rhys Williams
The Liverpool loanee was among the better performers against Birmingham last week. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
5. CB - James Husband
With Marvin Ekpiteta and Jordan Thorniley still out, Hubby will be required to cover in the centre of defence once again. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
6. LB - Luke Garbutt
The left-back should keep his spot in the side ahead of Dom Thompson after doing well on a rare start last week. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth