The Virden Oil Capitals are proud to unveil their 2025/26 season special third jerseys, a design that pays tribute to the deep agricultural roots of the community and the hardworking people who help drive the region forward. Blending the identity of Oil Caps hockey with the heart of the farm, the jersey features elements inspired […]
Oil Caps Nathan Schaefer, Braxton Burdeny, and Bryan Laing have all been named MJHL players of the month for January 2026. Nathan Schaefer – Safe Work Manitoba Defenseman of the Month Schaefer was one of the MJHL’s most productive defensemen through the opening month of 2026, driving the offense from the blue line and helping […]
Oil Cap Colten Worthington has been named an MJHL Star of the week for January 26th – February 1st, 2026. The 18 year old defenceman continued to establish himself and continued to play a key role in the Oil Caps driving force last week, turning in two multi-point performances that played a significant role in […]
Wyatt Kalynuk’s hockey story didn’t begin with lofty dreams of the NHL. It began on an outdoor rink beside Virden Junior High School, where a kid from small-town Manitoba simply loved the game. Born April 14, 1997, in Brandon and raised in nearby Virden by his parents, Leanne and Randy, Wyatt grew up playing minor […]
The Virden Oil Capitals are proud to announce goaltender Braxton Burdeny & defenceman Nathan Schaefer as the CD Oilwell Players of the Month for January 2026. Between the pipes, Burdeny delivered a stellar month, providing the Oil Caps with consistency and confidence every time he stepped into the crease. In 7 games played, Burdeny posted an impressive 1.56 goals-against average and a […]
The Virden Oil Capitals of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League are proud to announce that Head Coach and General Manager Tyson Ramsey has signed a four-year contract extension, securing his leadership with the organization through the 2029–30 season. Ramsey has been a cornerstone of the Oil Capitals organization for the past seven seasons, guiding the […]
Oil Caps goaltender Braxton Burdeny has been named an MJHL Star of the week for January 12th, 2026 – January 18th, 2026. Burdeny put together an impressive week in goal for the Oil Caps, coming up big in two crucial wins that helped solidify the team’s position at the top of the MGEU West Division standings. […]
With the trade deadline now behind us, the Oil Caps took time to evaluate their roster and make moves aimed at strengthening the team for a playoff run. Moves at the deadline included the following: Virden Oil Capitals received: Austin Osiowy ’05 D Melfort Mustangs (SJHL) received: Noel Englot ’05 F Virden Oil Capitals received: […]
Oil Cap Nate Schaefer has been named an MJHL Star of the week for December 29th, 2025 – January 4th, 2026. Schaefer got off to a strong start in 2026, making an impact from the blue line in both Oil Caps games during their opening week road trip. The defenceman recorded 3 assists in the […]
Oil Capitals forward Tyson Ulmer has been named to the 2025-26 RBC – MJHL Community Ambassador Team. The RBC – MJHL Community Ambassador Team is comprised of one player from each MJHL team and has displayed outstanding citizenship and sportsmanship both on and off the ice and a commitment to volunteerism. RBC Community Ambassadors are […]
