"Justin Verlander is not resting on his laurels or thinking too much about the new sports car he purchased recently -- a Mercedes-Benz SLS roadster.

After winning the American League's Cy Young and Most Valuable Player awards last season, the Tigers ace is focused on moving forward and improving his game.

During Thursday's winter caravan stop at Comerica Park, Verlander talked about the hard work to be done in the weeks and months ahead as the team looks to defend its AL Central title and challenge for the World Series."