How much could an NHL general manager and the lead singer of a popular Canadian rock band have in common?



If you’re talking about Leafs GM Kyle Dubas and Arkells frontman Max Kerman, the answer is quite a lot.



The pair of friends found another bond while they walked through Manhattan last Tuesday night.



“Kyle said his favourite thing to do is walk to the arena,” said Kerman.



According to Kerman, Dubas said he enjoys walking from the hotel to the rink because it gives him an opportunity to take in the city and be alone with his thoughts.



“And I laughed because that’s exactly what I do with the band.”



Last week Kerman was Dubas’ guest on the Toronto Maple Leafs’ first ever mentors’ trip. The three-day excursion was designed as a way to thank the people who have helped shape the lives of Leafs players and personnel — from grandparents to minor hockey coaches. This year’s...