The Russian National Team's exhibition with the Meron's Expos was shortened to four innings by the prospect of lightning storms in the vicinity.  The following coverage is available for the contest:

Press-Republican Postgame Article

WCAX-TV Video Feature

Pictures from the Game

Despite the unfortunate weather, the event was considered a great experience by players and fans alike.  The Expos would like to thank both Bob Protexter of russianbaseball.org and the Russian players and coaches for providing the opportunity to play a game of such unique stature in the Champlain Valley.  Thanks also go out to those who helped to make the event possible: sponsors Pella Windows, Northern Sanitation, Jim Calnon, Lashway's Meat Market, and of course Meron's Restaurant, along with all those who volunteered their time in helping to prepare (and so deftly relocating) the field.

Those deserving of particular mention include Jim Goff of ORDA, who coordinated the Russian team's trip to Lake Placid; Foxy Gagnon and WIRY for their local media coverage of the game; David Davis for his (often challenging) public address work; Athletic Director Bruce Delventhal, Field House Director Mark Christensen, and their Plattsburgh State Athletics staff for their help and flexibility with regard to preparation and use of their facilities; and Courtland Wood and Michaelea Bushey for their beautiful renditions of the Russian and American national anthems.

Most of all, thanks to the fans for braving the elements to show their support for high-quality baseball in the North Country.  Things certainly didn't go as well as they could, but you helped us do the best with what we had.