1997 Cincinnati Reds season Game log May

| Date_ | Opponent | Score | Attendance | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May | Atlanta Braves | 4 - 2 | 19991 | 7-19 |
| 2 May | San Francisco Giants | 6 - 2 | 11959 | 8-19 |
| 3 May | San Francisco Giants | 3 - 1 | 18149 | 9-19 |
| 4 May | San Francisco Giants | 2 - 1 | 26287 | 9-20 |
| 5 May | Los Angeles Dodgers | 3 - 1 | 26955 | 9-21 |
| 6 May | Los Angeles Dodgers | 3 - 2 | 38241 | 10-21 |
| 7 May | Los Angeles Dodgers | 4 - 2 | 28303 | 10-22 |
| 9 May | San Diego Padres | 7 - 2 | 22695 | 11-22 |
| 10 May | San Diego Padres | 9 - 6 | 24739 | 11-23 |
| 11 May | San Diego Padres | 5 - 4 | 31539 | 11-24 |