1997 Cincinnati Reds season Game log May

| Date_ | Opponent | Score | Attendance | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 May | Chicago Cubs | 7 - 5 | 26844 | 16-31 |
| 26 May | Philadelphia Phillies | 8 - 5 | 0 | 17-31 |
| 26 May | Philadelphia Phillies | 8 - 4 | 16798 | 18-31 |
| 27 May | Philadelphia Phillies | 2 - 1 | 17297 | 18-32 |
| 28 May | Philadelphia Phillies | 2 - 0 | 15451 | 19-32 |
| 29 May | Chicago Cubs | 2 - 1 | 23005 | 19-33 |
| 30 May | Chicago Cubs | 5 - 1 | 21267 | 20-33 |
| 31 May | Chicago Cubs | 7 - 4 | 36440 | 20-34 |