Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander tossed five scoreless innings Sunday against the Nationals.

Verlander's spring has been abbreviated due to recovery from core surgery. Though it was just his second spring start, Verlander was able to pitch five innings. He allowed just one hit, and walked one batter. He struck out four during the appearance. 

Verlander posted a 3.46 ERA in 218 1/3 innings last year.