He played one season for the Appalachian League Covington Astros in 1972 where he platooned at first base with future Hockey Hall of Famer Clark Gillies.

Bourne spent the entire 1974–75 season with the Islanders, but found himself in the minor leagues the following year.

He also played in the 33rd National Hockey League All-Star Game in Los Angeles in February 1981.

After retiring as a player, Bourne served as a coach for several minor league teams, including the Central Texas Stampede, Las Vegas Thunder and Utah Grizzlies.

The other members are Denis Potvin, Mike Bossy, Billy Smith, Bryan Trottier, Clark Gillies, Bob Nystrom, Bill Torrey and Al Arbour.