The Whites head coach has often utilised the Carabao Cup to hand minutes to those in his squad that need them, whether senior or youth players.
A home draw against Crewe in LS11 may offer the chance to do so once again in this year's domestic cup competition.
Elland Road has sold out for the clash as a familiar face in midfielder Luke Murphy returns to West Yorkshire with the League One visiting outfit.
“I can’t wait to go back, I love it there,” Murphy said ahead of kick-off.
“They were really good to me over the period I had there. We had ups and downs as a team and a club. I went back with Bolton and [the fans] were really good, I appreciated that. I’m not sure what it’ll be like, I’ll take whatever it is in my stride, but I’ve got nothing but respect for Leeds.”
Bielsa may decide to rest a number of his first team stars after the weekend draw with Everton in the Premier League.
If so, there are a number of players who could come into the Argentine's starting line-up tonight in a bid to show what they are capable of on the senior stage in front of supporters.
A few of the Thorp Arch youngsters could be used as could the likes of Diego Llorente who is hopeful of returning from a muscle injury picked up in pre-season.
The YEP has chosen the Whites XI we'd like to see this evening against Crewe, with our full starting XI below - let us know if you would make any changes...
1. Meslier - GK
Probably too soon for a Kristoffer Klaesson full debut - he also featured for the U23s on Monday. So, Meslier gets the nod.
2. Shackleton - RB
A chance to impress from the start would be welcome. Did well from the bench against Everton at the weekend.
3. Cresswell - CB
Was handed a chance in this very competition last year. Featured for 45 minutes on Monday for the U23s, which may hint at inclusion. Cooper or Struijk could fill in if not.
4. Llorente - CB
A post on social media seemed to hint he was fit and ready again - so a clash against Crewe may allow him to gain some valuable minutes.
5. Firpo - LB
Feels like he needs to get on the pitch and working in the system at every opportunity at the moment following his summer move. Crewe offers that.
6. Phillips - CDM
By his own admission he isn't quite up to speed as yet. Another chance to get the legs ticking over in midweek, even if it's just for 45 minutes.