After back-to-back league defeats at the start of the campaign, the Seasiders parted ways with head coach Neil Critchley, just over a year on from his return to the club.
Richard Keogh took interim charge for a period, overseeing two draws in League One, as well as wins in both the EFL Cup against Blackburn Rovers and a EFL Trophy group stage tie with Crewe Alexandrea.
Blackpool ultimately ended up appointing Steve Bruce on a permanent basis, with the 63-year-old enjoying a bright start to life at Bloomfield Road.
Up until Saturday’s 2-0 defeat away to Mansfield Town, the Seasiders had enjoyed a five-game unbeaten run in the league under their new boss.
With plenty of change taking place, it’s been a mixed bag in terms of how the squad have performed in the last few months.
Here’s our ratings from the season so far:

7. Elkan Baggott- 6
There were some positive signs from Elkan Baggott following his loan move from Ipswich Town, but has spent most of his time at Bloomfield Road on the sidelines through injury so far. Photo: CameraSport -

8. Dominic Thompson- 6
Dominic Thompson has made two appearances in cup competitions so far this, where there was nothing notable neither good or bad from the left back. Photo: CameraSport - Lee Parker

9. James Husband- 6
James Husband hasn't got fully going yet this season, with some inconsistent displays. Despite some defensive frailties from the Seasiders captain, his highlights include a brace against Cambridge and a later winner in Bruce's first game. Photo: CameraSport - Lee Parker

10. Hayden Coulson- 7
After waiting patiently for another opportunity under Bruce, Coulson impressed when his chance finally came, before suffering a minor injury which ruled him out of the most recent game. Photo: CameraSport - Lee Parker

11. Zac Ashworth- 6
Zac Ashworth hasn't been handed a consistent run of games since his move to Blackpool from West Brom in the summer. Photo: CameraSport - Lee Parker

12. Rob Apter- 8
There's been plenty of enjoy about Rob Apter's performances so far this season, with the winger showing signs of what he produced on loan with Tranmere Rovers last season. Photo: CameraSport - Lee Parker

