Since arriving from Swindon Town in the summer of 2020 for an undisclosed fee, Yates has gone on to become a pivotal player at Bloomfield Road.
The striker has bagged 32 goals in 101 games in all competitions, his latest one coming at Turf Moor at the weekend.
Here, The Gazette takes a look back at some of Yates’ highlights and best moments in tangerine...
1. Off the mark
Yates endured a frustrating start to his Blackpool career, not scoring in his first 11 games. But he broke his duck scoring both of Blackpool's goals during their 2-1 win at Burton Albion in October 2020. Photo: CameraSport - Stephen White
2. Making his mark
Yates scored Blackpool's opening goal during a 2-1 away win against Peterborough United, which was the first time in the season Neil Critchley's side felt they could compete with the division's best sides. Photo: CameraSport - Chris Vaughan
3. Cup heroics
Yates was on the scoresheet as Neil Critchley's side caused an upset, knocking Premier League side West Brom out of the FA Cup on penalties in January 2021. Photo: Richard Sellers
4. Solo magic
The striker came to life during the second half of the campaign, helping the Seasiders rise up the table. Yates produced a magical solo effort to complete a 2-0 win against Northampton Town in February 2021. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
5. Making the difference
Talking about solo efforts, Yates ran half the length of the pitch before dispatching the ball into the far corner to earn a 1-0 away win against Portsmouth in February 2021. Photo: CameraSport - Ian Cook
6. On a roll
Yates bagged twice as Blackpool saw off Charlton 3-0 at The Valley to move within touching distance of the play-offs with games in hand. Photo: CameraSport - Rob Newell