Tigers right-hander Justin Verlander would vote for himself if he had a vote for the American League MVP. "If I get a vote, me," he said. "Yeah. Who wouldn't [spend it on himself]? It's not like I would just vote for anybody. But, yeah, if pitchers are eligible, and they clearly are, I would say I'm worthy of it. I wouldn't say I should win it over others. I haven't really delved into those numbers. So if I had a vote, I'd have to do my homework, but I wouldn't discount my season." A starting pitcher has not won the MVP award since 1986. Verlander is 24-5 with the lowest ERA in the American League and the most strikeouts. "I don't plan on winning," he admitted.