Ah got ya. Yeah when you say easily it makes me wonder....
When people say easily that doesn't always mean that the gap is huge... but sometimes that the choice is clear...
What I mean is that the difference isn't huge, but theb little things that Brûlé does, is diehard style might be what will kill him if he keeps the same style in the NHL... but at the same times it just gives him that little extra edge when it comes to be a fan favourite and an inspiration for all his teammates. Probably the same way that it does for the Habs fan when it comes to Saku Koivu.
Gotta love the little guy that gives everything and is willing to take one for the team.
In terms of talent it's not that clear(though I still think that Brulé is the better player here).... Size is and always will be on Kopitar's side and he might be just as usefull in a different way... but for the little extras that Brûlé brings then yes if you ask me it is clear.