Blackburn graduated from Del City High School in Del City, Oklahoma, and attended Seminole State College. The 6–4, 227 pound right-hander was originally drafted by the See more

2007 season
Blackburn started his 2007 season with the Triple-A Rochester Red Wings. In 17 starts, he pitched 110.2 innings, posting a 7–3 record … See more

Blackburn's repertoire consisted of a two-seam fastball, changeup, curveball, and slider. His two-seam fastball was not overpowering, usually in the high 80's to low 90's; however, his 6–4 stand makes his fastball “appear to get on batters faster than the miles per … See more

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