Eddie Blackburn

Edwin Huitson Blackburn (18 April 1957 – 20 April 2018) was an English footballer who played as a goalkeeper. He played in the Football League for Hull City, York City and Hartlepool United, before he finished his career in the Swedish Allsvenskan with Halmstads BK.

Career Born in Houghton-le-Spring, County Durham, Blackburn started his career with Hull City as an apprentice in February 1973 before signing a professional contract in September 1974. He finished his first season at the club being named Clubman of the Year as York finished bottom of the Fourth Division.

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Footnotes

A. The "League" column constitutes appearances and goals (including those as a substitute) in the Football League and Allsvenskan. B. The "Other" column constitutes appearances and goals (including those as a substitute) in the Football League Trophy.