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Walton, Blackburn back with Illini

CHAMPAIGN — Redshirt sophomore Adam Walton and junior Nick Blackburn will return to the University of Illinois after they did not sign professional contracts Friday.

Walton, a shortstop, was drafted in the 20th round this year by the Baltimore Orioles.

Blackburn, a right-handed pitcher, will return for his senior season after being drafted in the 22nd round by the New York Mets.