Gary Madine, however, is to miss out as a result of the knee injury he suffered against Bristol City on Saturday.
Speaking ahead of Tuesday night’s game, McCarthy hinted there would be at least a “couple” of changes to his side.
With that in mind, here’s how we think the Seasiders could line up against QPR...
1. Improvements needed
The Seasiders will need to be much improved from their drab display at Ashton Gate on Saturday Photo: CameraSport - Ian Cook
2. GK - Chris Maxwell
Maxwell could do little about Bristol City's goals on Saturday. Despite not wearing the armband, he's still one of the main leaders inside the dressing room. Photo: CameraSport - Ian Cook
3. RB - Jordan Gabriel
Andy Lyons will be pushing to get back in the side, but Gabriel did okay on Saturday and looks pretty fresh. Photo: CameraSport - Ian Cook
4. CB - Curtis Nelson
The centre-back was Blackpool's standout performer at Ashton Gate on Saturday. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
5. LB - Jordan Thorniley
Thorniley was close behind Curtis Nelson for Saturday's Man of the Match following another consistent display. Photo: CameraSport - Ian Cook
6. LB - James Husband
Hubby would provide plenty of experience and know-how in place of Dom Thompson, who didn't have his best game at the weekend. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth