The Seasiders initially fell behind after three minutes, in what was a moment to forget for goalkeeper Harry Tyrer.
An attempt from a tight angle on the left wing from Jon Mellish caught the Everton loanee off guard, with the ball finding its way into the back of the net.
Following a drab first half, Steve Bruce’s side looked more lively after the break, and eventually got themselves back into the contest.
With 18 minutes left on the clock, CJ Hamilton was brought down in the box, with Lee Evans stepping up to convert the penalty.
Here’s how the Seasiders’ performed:
7. Rob Apter- 7.5
Rob Apter was by far the brightest player in Tangerine, and was constantly looking to make things happen on the wing. Photo: CameraSport - Lee Parker
8. Albie Morgan- 7
Albie Morgan came close to putting the Seasiders in front heading into the latter stages with a shot from distance. After a quiet first half, he was among the players to step up after the break. Photo: CameraSport - Lee Parker
9. Lee Evans- 6
In the first half Lee Evans looks like a player in need of the summer break, but carried on battling, and converted the equaliser from the penalty spot. Photo: CameraSport - Lee Parker
10. CJ Hamilton- 7
CJ Hamilton had a few good moments down the left side, and did well to win the penalty for the Seasiders. Photo: CameraSport - Lee Parker
11. Niall Ennis- 7
Niall Ennis had Blackpool's best moment in the first half, but was denied by Sam Tickle. Beyond that, the striker had a few attempts blocked and a penalty claim waved away after the break. Photo: CameraSport - Lee Parker
12. Ashley Fletcher- 6
Ashley Fletcher's work rate can never be faulted but on the balls things didn't really stick for him against his former club. Photo: CameraSport - Lee Parker