Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Devon Travis underwent shoulder surgery this month and could miss the start of the 2016 MLB season.

Travis is expected to be sidelined for four-to-five months from baseball activity after undergoing the surgery in New York City.

Travis, 24, was placed on the disabled list twice during the 2015 season due to inflammation in his left shoulder. Once place on the DL for the second time on July 31, Travis missed the remainder of the season.

The surgery included placing inserting screws into the infielder's shoulder to stabilize an extra bone in his shoulder, due to a condition known as Os Acromiale - non-union of the acromion bone. According to the to the team, the pre-existing condition did not contribute to the inflammation experienced this season.

Travis underwent exploratory surgery on September 23, where nothing significant was discovered.

In 62 games with the Jays, Travis posted a .304 batting average with eight home runs and 35 RBI. He will turn 25 in February.

The Toronto Blue Jays open their 2016 campaign against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 4, while Spring Training opens on March 1.